[She looks dumbfounded for a considerable moment, then laughs faintly, despite herself.]

I'm surprised to hear you say that, but I won't complain. I'm trying to be more careful, since it sounds like one can really get messed up on too much Witch's blood, but I guess... I'll let you know.

[And it sounds like he may have changed his mind about her food offer, too. She's visibly brighter, returning to her usual humor as she takes a few steps towards him and bends coyly.]

Heh. Maybe you're not such a huge arse after all, old man.