Now, he'll just smirk at her because any time he can get a woman to laugh? Means he is that much closer to charming her.

"Well, the first option is good to hear. The second, alas, not so much but I believe I shall be avoiding brothels for ... some time." He arches an eyebrow at her, shaking his head and clicking his tongue just slightly. "My dear Nori, you should know. Talking is one of my best talents. I look forward to our verbal spars."