Well, I like to think I'm a decent judge of character, you've been nice to talk with, and in any case, I'm free to choose who I want to spend time with.

And... [ He finds himself fidgeting with his hands a little, fingers lacing and unlacing themselves. What a moment to be reminded of something that happened years ago. ] I wouldn't want you to feel that I'm putting up with you, so if you're amenable...let's do something we both find fun, alright?