[She really does appreciate him not picking at the wounds and keeping her from acting soft. She won't actually vocalize it, but it is appreciated! As she continues her work, the ears keep on coming out misshappen... and she accidentally made a third one too. Oh well, she'll just keep on moving along!

Timelines aligning... more nonsense in Gina's ears. But it's a welcome diversion from the sad stuff, at least. And it gets a smirk back on her face.]

Well, well, Sholmes 'imself beggin' to work the top new inspector eh? ...Fine. I don't mind workin' with a great dee on this case. [Now she glances at him, to waggle a finger at him.] Just make sure when you pass word along to Iris, that you don't take the credit for a single one o' me deeds!