[ She lets out a tuneful, considering hum that carries with it every bit of amusement as well as disappointment. ]
You think I'd be talking to you if not for work?
[ How rare for her to have someone else to stand in as the butt of the joke instead of herself. She relishes it, it's clear, resting her chin on her hand as she grants him her full attention for no other reason than to unnerve him further. Her legs are crossed, flexing her foot in a measured rhythm. ]
I'm not saying you can't be useful, it's just . . .
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You think I'd be talking to you if not for work?
[ How rare for her to have someone else to stand in as the butt of the joke instead of herself. She relishes it, it's clear, resting her chin on her hand as she grants him her full attention for no other reason than to unnerve him further. Her legs are crossed, flexing her foot in a measured rhythm. ]
I'm not saying you can't be useful, it's just . . .