‘In any case, I think he’s extremely attractive, but even though he’s not as young as I first thought he was, he’s still a lot younger than me, and he lives in the US, and the likelihood of me ever seeing him again after this trip is like, zero. So, with all of that, I don’t think anything should happen between us.’

‘So, just sleep with him.’

‘Well, that’s the thing, see? I don’t want a boyfriend, and Josh made this whole song and dance about not wanting a serious girlfriend, but this morning he got all boyfriendly on me and it was weird.’

‘Wow. You’ve got a lot going on.’ I nodded. ‘You going to finish that?’ she said, motioning towards my plate of salad. I had barely touched it. I shook my head and she leaned across and helped herself to a hunk of feta. ‘I can’t get enough of this stuff. I love the feta here.’

‘So, what should I do?’

‘Look, I am the last person who should give you advice about men. But, this guy seriously likes you.’ I started to protest, but she cut me off. ‘No matter what he says about not wanting a girlfriend and all that – that’s bullshit. He is super into you, and if you only want to be friends, you should tell him and keep your distance. And I’m not just saying that so I can have you to myself.’

I smiled. ‘On the other hand, Sarah, if you like this guy – if it feels different from all the crap you’ve been through before. If he makes you feel good, and you think he’s cute or sexy or whatever, then maybe you should stop worrying about it and see what happens.’

‘But—’

‘There is no but. You asked for my advice. That’s what you should do. Stop analysing the situation and enjoy it. We’re in the middle of the fucking Greek Islands, and quite frankly it’s turning into Riverdale around here.’ She had a point. ‘So, chill the fuck out, okay?’

‘Oh-kay. You know, Hannah, you really should get laid more often. I kinda like this side of you.’

‘Agreed. I’m all for getting laid more often than never. Too bad Stu and the girls sailed on this morning.’

‘Where to?’

‘Syros.’

‘I think Duncan said we’re going there next.’

‘Let’s hope so. I could definitely go me some more of the sea captain!’

‘Yeah, it’s been a while for me too.’

‘Maybe not for much longer.’ She had a sly look on her face.