"I think you underestimate your own charm, Miss Cardiff," Eli replied. "But I'll take your word for the wholesome and upstanding natures of crew and fellow passengers. It should be refreshing after dealing with business people, who tend to be somewhat less wholesome or upstanding."
Eli dipped into his vest pocket and came out with a bright coin. He had big hands with long fingers, and he spun the coin, flipping it over and over again over the tops of his fingers. It looked like idle play, but there was a reason; he did it to keep his hands nimble.
"Do you have a destination in mind, or are you simply out taking a look at the wide 'verse?"
If she were working, traveling around could be profitable--a wider client base and never long enough in any one place to incur complications.