[Maria was in the same boat. she knew once she was alone, she would start to think and think. she'd go down a spiral and it wouldn't be good. maybe it was one of the reasons she was clinging to this date with Vander. Maria did enjoy his company, that was partly why she was here, but she couldn't deny he was a good distraction. certainly Vander had the same idea in mind with her as well.]

I trust you not to break in and kill me. But if you do, well, I come back. And then we all know who you are so justice will be served. If you want to rob me? Seems like a waste of time since everything is free. I think I'm safe with you. [that would be as dark as her joke went and when he asked her that, she laughed.]

I admit, there is some pink. And some red. But way more black, if you would believe it. I haven't done a lot to my place. [though she guessed it would have been a great way to distract herself and maybe that would be a new way to do so.]