"Thanks! I'm a big fan of it," she grins, and flicks said tail for emphasis. That should answer any questions about it being part of a costume (she isn't in costume, but people jump to conclusions!). "I think the bots figure it's some kind of extra scarf, it's throwing them off their groove."

"Anyway! Is the hot chocolate good?" She nods at his improperly-named cup. "I'm cool with them getting my name wrong as long as the drinks are tasty."