[the only indication the businesswoman gives that she finds this odd but not enough to refuse is her brow nearly twitching into a frown, for a bare moment. but she smiles, and nods.]

That's very kind of you. It's lovely when good weather after a long winter puts everyone in a good mood, don't you think?

[impeccable manners, poised but cheerful. she's restraining herself very hard because...DESSERT.

she takes the little slice of shortcake in one hand, and carefully and perfectly puts everything away in her briefcase, each item in its place, before drawing out an ornately laced handkerchief...and a thermos.]

I have some jasmine oolong, if you'd like?