The answer came too fast for the question. A fast answer is usually one you brought with you.

• Greta SomerSay that with that face and you'll scare off every customer. At least smile.
  MavisI am smiling.
  Greta SomerThat was smiling?
• Cassian VoltEven a rehearsed answer has its uses, once you put a price on it.
  MavisAnd that's why your wharf looks the way it does.