"And a lovely creature your habit makes, if I may add to your vanity." Jack smiled and stood up straight. A light scent of spice lingered around him from his cooking.

His smile grew wider when she mentioned the efforts he made. He figured out quickly that both of them enjoyed being the center of attention in one form or another. "Thank you very much, and it shall be enjoyed with the best of company which is now infinitely better than before."

At least now he didn't worry about home or going home anymore, at least for now. There was unfinished business to take care of but now wasn't the moment to dwell on such things as he walked her to her seat and pulled out the chair for her. The light scent of her perfume certainly left a mark in his mind that will not be forgotten.