He smiled at her praise, oh how Hannibal loved to be praised. He respected people who recognised and appreciated his talent. Those who didn't simply weren't worthy. "A large part of being a good psychiatrist is connecting with people." He pulled the bottom of his coat over his leg and reached for the folder. "A gift for a gift." He glanced at her ring then clicked open the folder, revealing a sketch of Sookie.
It represented how he saw her. He lifted it gently and held it out to her. "As much as you may deny giving me mine, here is yours."