A/N: Thanks to thefreedictionary . com for the definitions, because I was too lazy to fetch my OED. And my estimation for the number of steps could be totally off, I just guessed.
8-Across Step
Step: the single complete movement of
raising one foot and putting it down in another spot.
Jethro knows these steps. He knows there are 76 between his desk and
hers.
Step: One of a series of rhythmical, patterned
movements of the feet used in a dance. Jethro is
okay with these steps. He knew them in Paris, the two of them danced
in the rain.
Step: One of a series of actions, processes,
or measures taken to achieve a goal. Jethro needs
to know which of these steps to take to get past her defenses and
back into her heart.