"Yes, I was grateful, because he literally got us a private dining table before I started work!" Her voice is rising slightly as she starts to get defensive. She tries to be patient with Grantaire; they've been friends long enough to know that he gets in these deprecating moods, but he's outright picking and it hurts her a little.

"Compared to who...? Grantaire, I just complimented you and Gabriel! It's not a competition, he's making...he's making me feel special and happy. Isn't that what you and Gabriel are trying to do for each other too?"