"Then pretend I said nothing, I don't want anyone getting fired on my account." There was hardly a pleading note, as she laughed a little, but it was still there, however little.

Evie draws her lips into a fine line, pressing them together as she considers his words. "No, you're absolutely right. I can feel it, too. Some new sort of energy." She waved a hand, however vaguely.

Speaking of...

"No- not yet. I'd hesitate to say it's a meeting I'm looking forward to, but it will sure prove to be interesting."