[ His age does show a little here, because she can't quite be unflappable in his response, the way his father might be. There is a brief hint of irritation in him that she not only took his response without flinching, she took it and threw it back in his face even better. The young man's cheeks puff out, and he looks over to the side so she can't see it, or at least only gets a profile view. For a moment, he allows her to just continue with whatever set up she's doing for her baking...

But then he cools himself down, pushes off the counter, and heads towards the fridge to pour himself a glass of water. As he does, he replies again. ]

Veronica, we just met and just started dancing. Even if you did fall for me at first sight, you really don't need to sound so jealous right off the bat.

[ He tries to sound cool and maybe a little smarmy there, rolling his eyes as he does ]

It's not like I really thought you'd go that easily.