[He'd already been making a break for it when she grabbed him, so it's not as if he's upset to be away from his crowd of 'admirers'. And if her plan allowed for her to escape as well he can't fault her for that. The Palai are intense in a way that makes him extremely uncomfortable.]

I can't say I really care if they are. I asked to be excused at least five times before making my escape. There are limits to how long someone should be asked to mind their manners when their wishes are being ignored.

[He rewards her with a half smile of his own.]

If they find me again I might take you up on that.