Clef, by contrast, looked very suspicious. There was something about her cheerful demeanor combined with the scent of blood and asking about food that made him suspect that she was feeling awfully superior right now. Needless to say, he did not approve.

"It's a crime in some places to look that smug, you know. Are you going to gloat properly, or do I have to chase you out of here?"

... Not that he was sure he really wanted to know what she was up to.