[...And she was relaxed just now, more relaxed than she typically ever is -- but of course seeing Flynn, and at such close range, triggers Chloe's usual behavior reflexes. The early part of her life taught her that it's perfectly acceptable for a lady to remain seated in a man's presence -- but the latter half has drilled into her the necessity for a subordinate to acknowledge her superior on sight.
So she's instantly out of the cozy armchair and on her feet.]
Commandant! Good -- ow!
[YEP she sure did just poke herself with that needle -- enough to wince and briefly shake her hand (nooo don't get blood on your dress, or the doll dress, that would be even worse than the tear she's fixing) before forcing a respectful smile through it.]
Good evening, sir. I -- I was just fixing this. For one of the children.
2/2
So she's instantly out of the cozy armchair and on her feet.]
Commandant! Good -- ow!
[YEP she sure did just poke herself with that needle -- enough to wince and briefly shake her hand (nooo don't get blood on your dress, or the doll dress, that would be even worse than the tear she's fixing) before forcing a respectful smile through it.]
Good evening, sir. I -- I was just fixing this. For one of the children.
[Goodness knows she has a soft spot for them.]