[ It works like a charm. Her pulse jumps with adrenaline when his expression changes, when that hint of empathy disappears into a reminder that he's not fully human. Nevertheless, she lifts her chin, a gesture more of disdain than vulnerability. ]
Perfectly.
[ A thin smile, still holding his gaze. ]
Delighted I could give you something to get off on, then.
[ She straightens up and moves to brush past him. Nothing much else to say, is there? Except, maybe: ]
Great party.
[ And then head for the door, hoping she doesn't spot Louis on the way out. Happy birthday, mate, she had a fight with your boyfriend. Ah, well, if Lestat is everything he appears to be, she's sure he'll have his party face back on in on time. ]
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Perfectly.
[ A thin smile, still holding his gaze. ]
Delighted I could give you something to get off on, then.
[ She straightens up and moves to brush past him. Nothing much else to say, is there? Except, maybe: ]
Great party.
[ And then head for the door, hoping she doesn't spot Louis on the way out. Happy birthday, mate, she had a fight with your boyfriend. Ah, well, if Lestat is everything he appears to be, she's sure he'll have his party face back on in on time. ]