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[He can't help but smile at her response; it's certainly been interesting, fitting himself into her life here, and given that they are both the sorts to pour themselves into their work wholeheartedly, he of course understands when her job demands more of her at certain times. He has patiently gone about his business and continued to acquaint himself with Blackgale and the opportunities it presents, but he is truly delighted by the idea of an evening dedicated to just the two of them.]

I quite agree, and given how busy you've been, I think you've more than earned a night off from grading papers. Believe me when I say I'm looking forward to it.

[Really, that part always goes without saying.]

Speaking of, they've been very good company, but I do think Tara is a touch jealous.