He smirked slightly. "I'm inclined to resent that remark!" he said somewhat indignantly, puffing up his chest a bit. "Though I suppose it really depends on the student that you're referring to, and the issue in question. Some of us can be subtle."
He paused. "Sometimes. Maybe. If we try."
He chuckled a bit, sipping his wine. "Though perhaps the problem is that you women are too subtle."