*looks up at you and wrinkles her nose* I know, I know but - *gestures at the paper* - I'm out of the city for, like, five days and she has to imply that he's already out and about? *shakes her head and pushes herself off the counter*
*reaches up and kisses your cheek* Come by later and get your present. It's not a flute but I think you'll like it. I'm just going to give Egalmoth a call.
*gives you a wave and is already dialling Egalmoth's number as she walks back to her office*