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ArianaBlack 
It was as if James hadn't even registered Nana's comment. They both knew very well that she would never have passed up the opportunity. So the attempt to dampen that perpetual smirk went to waste. She'd have to try harder than that.
"She doesn't like flowers," he noted though he was quite sure it wasn't all flowers that she didn't like. Probably just those given to her by James Draper. Fair enough though. He'd take the hit. "Don't think I'd need to use a poision to get you to do that," he flashed her a grin. He could definitely charm secrets out of her without needing the extra help of a potion. Charming people was one of his many talents.
However, he was disappointed. Aside from a 'romantic' gesture, the rose was meant to allude to his valentine... Which he hoped would get under her skin. As he very much liked picking at her nerves. Though instead of showing signs of frustration, she only showed suspicion. Interesting. He'd have to work harder then. And he intended to, by the way.
"No, I love flowers." Nana corrected, watching James wilt just like a dying rose might. Before collecting himself with far too much ease. She wondered if it was practice or natural skill, ether way she would never admit to being impressed.
at least not out loud."yet again, you prove how different our opinions and perceptions tend to be, James." She moved back a step, unconsciously needing to further their distance.
There. A professional distance.
"I was surprised to find that left the tower to you to watch... I didn't think you were getting on." That was an understatement, anyone could see how much James loathed the Astronomer, Airey for his part didn't seem to feel the same, but it was an odd thing to let a man you knew hated you watch something you so dearly loved.
Had Nana questioning things.