"Aww, but we were talking about me," Reggie said, affecting a pout before he shrugged. He could always steer the conversation back in his direction later, it was something of a gift. "You know, someone smart, and funny, and so good at being all cool and jaded that you know it really means something when she's being genuine."

Okay, even for him, that was laying it on a bit thick. What gave?

"Whether she wants to or not."