[ His explanation just has her laughing as she starts making a stack of the books he's handing her. And he'll no doubt feel the rush of amused affection along the link they share. ]

Well, now you know what I look like when you're being impossible. [ She teases him in return before her expression softens again. ] But I do appreciate the reminder that it doesn't need to be so serious. I confess, sometimes I get too caught up in my goals.