“Oh. I’ve assumed everything’s a euphemism since our first conversation.” He might have a very skewed view of Earth now. Granted, Verity’s obliviousness to flirtation sort of counteracts that.

He lifts his mug. “A fine philosophy. I’ll do my best to keep up.” Starting with finishing off his food, which is an easy task even if his stomach’s filling rapidly. He might regret the rush later.