"Look, most folks don't want to admit they're impressive. People who're willing to stick up their hand and say 'Hey, I'm pretty great' are few n far between and people who can say it and be accurate are even fewer n further between. But, sometimes you've gotta just trust the folks around you when they tell you you're impressive. And you know I'd never lie to you. Not in my nature."

Yes, he was more than willing to deflect her modesty with his own honesty. She'd asked him, after all.

"But look, I could talk about it all day and chances are high you're not gonna change your mind. That's fine. Let's just go getcha something to drink and make sure you're staying hydrated, huh?"