[ Verso props his elbow on the bar counter so he can rest his chin on his hand. It makes it easier to look at her, so he tells himself, as they sit close. His gaze drifts just briefly away toward the barkeep who is getting their whiskey but returns his attention back to Maria. ]
I was hoping you'd say something like that... I'd be a little heartbroken if you didn't feel like spending more time with me. [ He tilts his head down in a theatrical display of sorrow before back to smiling. While he can't say there is an elephant in the room, it is more like a large dog that occasionally barks for attention. ]
You were right. You are a great distraction and -- [ He leans toward her a little. ] -- a very appreciated new friend.
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I was hoping you'd say something like that... I'd be a little heartbroken if you didn't feel like spending more time with me. [ He tilts his head down in a theatrical display of sorrow before back to smiling. While he can't say there is an elephant in the room, it is more like a large dog that occasionally barks for attention. ]
You were right. You are a great distraction and -- [ He leans toward her a little. ] -- a very appreciated new friend.