[ Taking his hand, Angelina thankfully manages to stand without too much trouble. She's still a tad miffed, though, and so she simply acknowledges his comment with a huff, at first, while dusting herself off. ]

That was only the half of it, Grell. As revolting as the concept might seem, I was actually more concerned with your-- well, lack of comprehension concerning the intricacies of fathering a child.

[ She'll glance up at him then, searching his supernatural green eyes as she steps nearer. ]

I'm also curious to know if this is all you regard me for, after all we once were. If you called upon me for your benefit, like some tool to ease your boredom.

>[ Grasping the lapels of his coat, she draws their bodies nearer, lids narrowing. ] Or is it that you missed me, in some way? Though I'm sure that would be but hopeful thinking.