Samantha's response shifted the spotlight toward Don, and both she and Benjamin looked at him, waiting for his answer.
Don first met Samantha's gaze and then briefly glanced at Benjamin before lowering his head and taking on a contemplative pose, as if he were carefully considering the matter. In truth, what he was really considering was how best to agree to it without hurting his relationship with Samantha.
Regardless of whether it was the right decision or not, he knew she would be hurt if he agreed to the offer without solid reasoning. So, what better way to approach it than by making it seem like his focus was on the family?
While still looking down, he asked, "What sort of protective measures do candidates of that program have, and what guarantees can you give me that my family will be completely safe if I agree to join?"
