[Jade just looks on confidently as Von Karma takes the flowers. Despite having a look of disinterest, he's placed it in that vase. So, such tokens of sentiment could even be effective on the elderly and severe.

Jade gives a light shrug as he goes on.]

You're certainly perceptive. As it happens, it's somewhat of a mystery. Someone must have imagined that I need romance in my life, or that it would be amusing for me to attempt the pursuit. Either way, I'm sure that this will prove to be an educational experience.

[He motions towards Von Karma.]

May I ask the same of you?