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[altusimperius]

tell him how pretty he is

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[cozen]

"So would she," is, at least, a little wry — a touch of regret that his dog would prefer someone else's company — but in a friendly way.

It's paired with a tentative step back from the door. Now can he go? Yes? Great.

[altusimperius]

Benedict doesn't stop him, but offers a nod of acknowledgment and, wisely, doesn't throw any further salt in the wound.
That was cordial. Maybe it'll be all right.