His “hopes and dreams” were dashed in but a moment’s notice as a flash of pink rounded the corner into the hallway. “Tch.” Clicking his tongue, Veili moved his head just enough so he could meet Elizabeth’s eyes. He supposed this was his fault in some way or another. Probably fate reminding him that avoidance never really suited him nor was it a forte of his and that he should have just continued along his way instead of trying to hide. His only reaction was a raised eyebrow at the nonsense she gave him was a raised eyebrow. While verbal sparring had never been a particular skill of Veili’s, he preferred the physical variety, acting as a merchant had given him some experience in twisting and choosing words.

 [b]“Why I was waiting for you.”[/b] His reply dripped with enough sarcasm that it was a surprise there wasn’t a pool gathering at his feet. His expression, on the other hand, had softened somewhat as a hint of a smile tugged at his lips while his eyes no longer glared or observed. [b]“After all, there’s more exciting things to do than listening to some speech, not to mention I had to think of the younger students’ eyes...”[/b] Trailing off, he had leaned forward until he was level and seeing eye to eye with her. And just quickly as he had gone down that path, Veili cut himself off. An exaggerated shiver followed, clearly expressing his distaste, while his expression deadpanned as he pulled back to lean against the wall. While he was fairly sure there was no stopping Elizabeth if she decided to take offense to that, at the very least Veili had made it clear that if she wanted to continue, well he wouldn't be playing. 

 [b]“In all seriousness though, I was planning to grab some breakfast after you had gone on your way,”[/b] he muttered, not really bothering to try and hide the truth. [b]“And before you ask why I bothered to avoid you, it was just me being stupid.” [/b]He admitted that much, hoping it would take whatever wind she had in her sails.