[He's actually surprised by this. It doesn't show - in fact, nothing shows. His expression doesn't change at all. He shrugs, straightens up in his chair, then leans forward with his elbows on his knees. All faux-casual. It doesn't matter to him at all.]
[But in the forefront of his mind he is adjusting his label for Elena, moving her from potential ally to enemy. It's unfortunate. But he'll deal with it.]
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[But in the forefront of his mind he is adjusting his label for Elena, moving her from potential ally to enemy. It's unfortunate. But he'll deal with it.]
So why haven't you thrown me out yet?
[When in doubt, dare people to hurt you.]