Part 41 (1/2)

”True, but the depth of your pain is not the main factor here.”

”And I really don't get this 'entrancing', 'compelling' c.r.a.p that you're saying about me.”

Richie's lips curved into a smile, he liked that she wasn't vain. ”That is merely a matter of self-confidence. We can work on that.”

”The trouble is you're not really considering what you'd be letting yourself in for. Something tells me I'm not the kind of person you're used to having around you.”

”How so?”

She crossed her arms over her chest. ”I'm not friendly or polite.”

”Most pleasantries, pleases and thank-yous are insincere, I find.”

”I don't smile much.”

”Your intensity is what I like.”

”I don't pose and I don't know how to strut nor would I want to learn.”

”Has n.o.body ever told you that there is an effortless sensuality to your movements?”

G.o.d this bloke was persistent. ”I don't work well by myself or as part of a group.”