Dave is a dangerous young man, oh yes. Emmy.... It's easy to imagine her getting jealous and/or disgusted and weirded out. On the other hand, she might get over herself and join Rush on the peanut gallery. Possibly with help from the same Rush.

Hmmmm. But Dave saving Emma's honour like that, when it really is her fault, would put Emma in a very vulnerable position vis a vis Dave. He'd be walking a very fine line indeed to avoid exploiting her gratitude. On the other hand, that would put him firmly on top. Maybe if he defends her with considerable risk to himself; then it would be clear to all (at least the two of them) that the loyalty can and will run both ways?