[ He's almost tempted to tell her how he can't imagine that she doesn't have SOMEONE following her around like a puppy, but she seems uncomfortable and like she's hiding something so he isn't going to prod. The CASIE might be more precise about it but he can tell at least that much on his own, so it's probably best to drop that subject altogether. ]

...

[ Samus did nobody tell you that a lady isn't supposed to speak with her mouth full. ]

And here I thought I was the only one who manages to forget about his own birthday. Does that make you twenty-seven, then?

[ A small smile. ]

There any wish I could grant on the spot? Happy belated birthday, by the way.