"You are too kind," responds M-, with another winning smile in exchange for the glass of whiskey. Blade can be pissy all he wants, she still has a standard of behavior to maintain at the moment, especially with a woman who pours that well.

She watches the exchange between them and her amusement shines like a light in the dark. He really doesn't seem to get it, and it's not like Ellen is even attempting anything like subtlety with her blackmail. The second the bartender gives them a little space, she leans in to speak to Blade.

"It seems the lady thinks you need a social life, and is prepared to blackmail you into it. Do try to soothe my ego and their envy by looking less tortured by my nearness if you would."