Another almost-smile quirk to her lips and this time, the way she moved and looked away, it was clear she'd have been blushing if she'd been capable of it.

After a minute, she was able to raise her head with the stone-blank expression back in place. This guy, this cop, was dangerous and she needed to get away before she started to forget what she was.

"You're welcome," she said, her voice the low rasp she used to keep it from sounding like its usual wind chimes. "Just remember to call if you're going into something sketchy. You might not see me, but I will be there."