[ Sudden reminder of their first day in the field, where she yanked him closer in just the same manner. That was the start of this turbulent relationship, and it's stood the test of time for centuries now. Despite his hesitance at her new form, suddenly stopping just doesn't seem right.

With a firm yank, he slips his tie from her grip, then delicately smooths it down his shirt and re-pins it. ]

I was offering you the courtesy. However, if you would prefer things to continue as they always have, then I will make you an exception to this moral rule of mine.