[She doesn't take her hand back...in fact, she'll just smile a little broader, when he does.

Normally, the fact that this feels completely natural and familiar would be mildly alarming but she's not paying attention to that.]

I can honestly tell you, it's been my pleasure. To be honest, I didn't even consider asking any of the rest of Ratatoskr. I'd have been in trouble if you'd said no.