One of them, yeah. See, smart. They know what they're doing. [at his tease, she shrugs a shoulder, half smile on her lips.] Absolutely. I'd be sad if you got bored of me so quickly. Have to keep the competition away. [it was comforting to know she could joke like this. they could flirt and they didn't think twice. she didn't know it could be that easy.

her eyes go over the muscle and she hums in approval. doesn't even hide that she's checking him out.] Well, happy to be a cheerleader for you. Let you know you're doing great. I'll consider it another snippet of joy.

[Maria was about to answer when one of the companion bots came by to take the orders. this never got any less weird but she put it in and shook her head.] What I wouldn't pay for an actual waitress. [a small murmur before she focuses back on Vander. she'd kept her feet where they were and with a shrug, a carefree smile, finally answers.] At least a kiss is nice, don't you think? They say you shouldn't kiss on the first date but this isn't exactly our first date. And if you know what you want then you should go for it. What about you, charmer?