He was pulled from his thoughts by her comment and burst out laughing. "I believe if I were showing off it would be to suddenly reappear behind you for a surprise instead, my friend!"

That would be the playful sort of thing to do anyway. Something he'd really only do with friends like her since obviously they got along so well. Turning to her, he walked closer to see what she was up to. No problem taking a break here. "What is it you are working on here?"