[ His lips quirk after her comment. She is a perceptive one, isn't she? Many accept a favor at face value, not expecting he may request something in return. But those from their sort of time -- most of them are more attuned to the ways of things. The little tricks men and women play to get what they want. ]

I could say the reason for my generosity is the reason most men are generous to beautiful woman.

[ Amusement crinkles the lines near his eyes. ]

The price would merely be more of your company in the future, should you so choose.