[ emma's glare falls away to a look of surprise — but only for a moment, before she actually catches his meaning.

falling on the floor.

of course. obviously. that's all he meant by it. ]

Suppose at least I should be flattered you're countin' me among the beautiful women swoonin' after your charms.

[ but she's quick to add: ]

Not that I have. Swooned over you, is what I mean.

[ she'd like to be perfectly clear on that front. ]