[ He notices that pause, and... maybe it's wishful thinking, but has she gone a little pinker than before? Yes - he's still got it! Inner fist-pump. Outwardly, though, he tries to remain calm. Wouldn't do to give the impression he's too easy to win over, after all. ]

I'm sure I can take a few minutes out of my schedule.

[ His extremely busy schedule. Really. ]

Shall we start with introductions? [ He extends a hand. ] Valmont. A pleasure.