[Obstinate. Yeah, whatever, she’s been called worse and by way more annoying people. But she hates the way it almost feels like he’s lecturing her—especially when he does go on to offer his little bit of unsolicited advice. She bristles against it, glaring down at him.]

I saw you coming, didn’t I? I can take care of myself here, thanks.

[Said a lot more confidently than she truly feels about it, but whatever. It’s just because she’s new here. She’ll get the hang of it and run circles around everyone here before long.]

A city is a city. You find where the good shit is, avoid the freaks, [hmm, pointed,] and move on with your life.