[ And after noting that small collection of tells, she almost wishes that she had lied to you.
She'll focus on her food as well, murmur a "thank you" when you pour water for her. Once she is done, though, all she has is her cigarette and her Scotch, and --
-- and there's a polite knock on the door before it's swinging open. One of your men, who probably would have spoken up immediately before noticing that you have company. ]
Yes?
[ Putting that in before you can speak. Her expression schools itself, going cool with a hint of exasperation. The message is clear: it's best if nobody disturbs you.
"Ah... apologies. It can wait." ]
Good.
[ And just like that, she's turning away. An unspoken dismissal.
Yes. Part of the reason why she is keeping you company is to play guard dog. She has had time to observe you. You're the sort of man who'd throw away his own needs only too quickly for his duties. ]
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She'll focus on her food as well, murmur a "thank you" when you pour water for her. Once she is done, though, all she has is her cigarette and her Scotch, and --
-- and there's a polite knock on the door before it's swinging open. One of your men, who probably would have spoken up immediately before noticing that you have company. ]
Yes?
[ Putting that in before you can speak. Her expression schools itself, going cool with a hint of exasperation. The message is clear: it's best if nobody disturbs you.
"Ah... apologies. It can wait." ]
Good.
[ And just like that, she's turning away. An unspoken dismissal.
Yes. Part of the reason why she is keeping you company is to play guard dog. She has had time to observe you. You're the sort of man who'd throw away his own needs only too quickly for his duties. ]