"Have you not guessed?" He has to know, she thinks, she's hardly been subtle about it and she finds herself strangely honest with him.

"I find you intriguing. I wish to understand you better- to know more of your thoughts and of your nature. And, to borrow your metaphor, we are both 'players,' rather than 'pieces,' are we not? One day we may face each other in opposition. Should that come to pass, I would be prepared for it."

A mix of business and pleasure, of personal interest and personal gain. Her answer is neither black nor white, here nor there, but something in-between. Fitting.

"I also quite enjoy conversing with you."