[Hey, if you don't shoot your shot, how does he know if it's a yes or no? And the answer is at least vaguely promising, even if the whole exchange is light and airy and not terribly prone to be taken seriously.]

A cad? Jackie, I am a gentleman. [Usually.] But I suppose that is only more reason for me to show you a good time, right?

[Well, that's fine, too. If she doesn't want to stay the night, then at least they can enjoy their walk -- their chatter. He likes the way her crystals blink when she laughs, and he thinks it's mesmerizing.]

Older? [Oh, well. He supposes the magic has something to do with that.] Should I ask, or is that rude of me?