"Sorry, I almost tripped and I needed something to hold on to."

From Create Your Own Story

You tell Emily you tripped and needed to hold on something.

A wave of doubt crosses her face. "Sure, sure," she says.

You are almost certain she doesn't believe you. You aren't sure whether or not saying something else as cover will make her more suspicious.

Do you:

• Say,"Fine, I just wanted to hold your hand."
• Say,"I held your hand because you looked unbalanced for a bit there."