[ she can't help but snicker at him attempting to save face. it's cute, really. actually, why not tell him that? something tells her that the kiddo might at least blush at a compliment of sorts. ]

You're definitely not immature like those other children, hm? I'd even go as far to say you're adorable, though. And I dig the torn coat look.

[ actually the bit about the coat isn't a lie. she does, in fact, dig it. ]

It does look like it's a pretty good creature to have with you in case something happens, at least.

[ the remark does make her scoff. on the defensive, she sets a hand to her hip and points at him bitterly. ]

Excuse me, you've seen worse? How dare you insult my best girl here.

[ now she has regrets for even having complimented him at all. or his fashion sense! ]