"Oh, I've been known to have fun now and again," he answers with a grin. Interesting intel, though. What sort of woman is sweet little Sonia, here, that she has to suffer the presence of General Count Vorkosigan? If he were a Cetagandan agent - perish the thought, of course, he'd sooner go and kiss Vorkosigan himself than work for the Cetas, but if he were a Cetagandan agent - he'd focus a bit of attention on this girl right here. Bored, coquettish, and powerful - by most standards, the ideal mark. Perfect for cultivation as a source of information. Perfect, too, as a hostage.

Of course, a good ImpSec agent who focuses on the High Vor might also take pains to cultivate her. You know. Cultivate her.

"Looking at you, though..." His grin turns sly, teasing. "I don't think you do. You look far too good and obedient for fun."