[ that reaction all but solidifies the idea that he really was just in it for the business which is... sort of a relief. she wouldn't want to stand between him and someone he liked by any means, but knowing that he didn't go out of his way to pick someone up feels kind of nice. ]

Kind of. I mean, isn't that the kind of thing you usually do? You know, flirting with girls, laying the charm on them... that kind of thing!