[ She hadn't been trying to invite that kind of comment at all, so there was a genuine little start, and then a tiny flush coming up in her cheeks as she shook her head. ]

You don't have to say that kind of thing! I really meant it, you know!

[ Time to hurriedly turn towards that replicator. ]

Aah, I've been taking up all your time, too--is it fine to go ahead and use this?