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

From Create Your Own Story

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

A wave of doubt crosses her face. "Sure. Sure." She says.

It's clear she doesn't believe you. You could try covering it up more, but that might only 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."