"I think touching me without permission counts as really fricking stupid," Elle countered with a sigh, leaning back against Gabriel. "Killing them would practically be social darwinism...survival of the least idiotic and all." She grinned. "I'm being good and not using my ability to deal with normal people. Don't want to draw undue attention to myself and all." She grinned in spite of herself at the affection, turning to look up at Gabriel.
"They can be excited at a distance," she said petulantly, but smiled nevertheless. "I guess I'll just have to satisfy myself with scathing comments," she agreed after a moment. "So, how was your day, dear?" Equal parts sarcasm and honest affection in a way only she could pull off.