"Well, I'm flattered." he replied easily, falling into the ease of the give and take. Dennis was quite good with inconsequential conversations. He could keep them up for quite a while. It was when people started poking that he drew back. Parvati wasn't doing that though and he was grateful.
Laughing at the expression on her face, Dennis shook his head. "No. Away with you, foul creature. Your pouting and hugs will get you no where." he insisted, even as an arm wrapped around her shoulders to return the hug. "I cannot be swayed." he continued, squeezing her gently and grinning down at her before sighing heavily in defeat. "Fine. Fine. You put up a good fight. You can join. Our current membership consists of me and you."