F-247-Lia: Secretariat Building, Private Dining Room
It’s clear that he picks up on the change in her mood immediately.
He studies her frankly for several seconds.
“I will answer that directly after a short diversion for some context setting.
“I asked you to meet me for two reasons, one personal; one professional. On a personal level I very much enjoyed our encounter at Markov-Wrikster’s bithCycle party; you were the highlight of my bluevening. Incidentally you provided me a rare opening to have that conversation with Aston, which I am hopeful will be productive, for both of us.
“But mostly, you have a fine mind, and are incidentally blessed with beauty, the latter which makes this meeting a delightful bonus for me; though that is the least important thing.
“On a professional level, having aroused my attention, I noted you several times during the event. Something happened between you and Zayaire Prestin-Lischost, something happened between you and Adler Zang, and something happened between you and Markov-Wrikster later in his private suite. “
He stops, leaving Lia an opportunity to respond if she wishes.
She listens impassively to this impressive little speech, occasionally sipping here drink.
“I’m not sure if I should be flattered or alarmed that you paid such close attention to my movements.”