You know what I mean. [ But she can't help but look pleased when he finally gets around to acknowledging that what she's doing is important. Yes, yes it is. ] Thank you, though. I won't lie, it's not a bed of roses. But...I actually do enjoy it.

[ Now she's torn between amusement and annoyance. An incredulous look seems to be the best compromise, here. ]

You're ridiculous, and you're not dying. Particularly not from kissing me. Though...that would make me a much more effective bard. Maybe if I put a film over my lips, and then used a topical poison...? It'd have to be dyed the color of lipstick...

[ yeah ok poison ivy ]