[Carter backs off a bit, gesturing that she should feel free to enjoy that last bit of crusty bread. He isn't blind to her reaction, of course, but it isn't shrieking and fainting and having a fatal heart attack, so it's really going fairly well. By his standards. Just keep acting like a polite New England gentleman.]
I am, ma'am. As unexpected as the circumstances are. And you?
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Ah. No, please -- help yourself.
[Carter backs off a bit, gesturing that she should feel free to enjoy that last bit of crusty bread. He isn't blind to her reaction, of course, but it isn't shrieking and fainting and having a fatal heart attack, so it's really going fairly well. By his standards. Just keep acting like a polite New England gentleman.]
I am, ma'am. As unexpected as the circumstances are. And you?