[She "doesn't need any specific help"? Did his whole spiel go straight over her head... Though he tilts his head with a mildly incredulous look, he leaves the statement be. He's made his point as well as can be without being too forceful, he thinks.
The following pause is purposeful, however; there's a furrow to his brow that speaks to deep, careful thought. His response after that is a bit hesitant, his voice low.]
Hmm, well. ... Working outside of the law isn't a skill set I've particularly cultivated.
[he said, lying. What could a businessman who's kept his nose so clean possibly have to offer such a cause? —is the impression he's trying to make.]
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The following pause is purposeful, however; there's a furrow to his brow that speaks to deep, careful thought. His response after that is a bit hesitant, his voice low.]
Hmm, well. ... Working outside of the law isn't a skill set I've particularly cultivated.
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he said, lying.What could a businessman who's kept his nose so clean possibly have to offer such a cause? —is the impression he's trying to make.]