He watched her sit down and then ask for permission. Indeed, he didn't mind it and gesticulated as much. But he remained on his feet. "A life of a beautiful lady is surely more important than mine." He said what she probably wanted to hear. Some sweet music for her ears. "Make yourself at home." He smiled as a sense of relief came to his heart. She did something that was smart, but not smart enough.

Evading the topic was smart indeed. Better not to say anything if you don't know what to say. But it also gave away a sense of confusion. If she was so fearless, she would have kept pressuring him. However, she did seem to be quite a negotiator, trying to use her body to gain advantage ever since their first interaction. Although he didn't mind wining and dining a lady, there was a certain thing that kept his head clear, even when he had such a sight to behold. He could've taken the bait and enjoyed this lady in every sense. [I]Women are to be used. Eaten up and used...[/I] Nikolai's words echoed in his head. The thought made him sick. Never in his life did he succumb to such thinking. Of course, to use people was what he did. But to use someone merely for his primal urges was animalistic. And not profitable. That would only bring problems in the long run.

He licked his lips, but only after her sentence. He was more than satisfied getting down - to business. "The main question is... what do you want?" His analytical glare followed her movements. "Not with me, mind you. Rather here, in this city. In this country. You are not Russian and we both know it." He gave her a kind smile. A true negotiator lets the other party speak first, giving them a false sense of control over the negotiation. 

"I am sure you want something more than just a guy to satisfy your most primal... urges." He finally returned her that wink from before.