[The nudge gets Billy a smile in return, because at least someone occasionally appreciates his company.]

Good, I'm glad we agree I'm very good company. And charming, too.

[He has to do it, this is starting to get dangerously close to sentiment. But his smirk isn't quite as mocking as it could be, and he leans in himself.]

Not quite as charming as some people stood right next to me, of course.