And delight in his face she does. It's not just that he's embarrassed - it's that she can embarrass him, as if it's some superpower she has, some magic spell that she can cast with nothing but her tongue and wits. "I'd say 'don't flatter yourself' but who knows? Maybe I'll really enjoy your shoot."

And it's that same brashness that lets him brush off his warning. The truth is that it hits home. The truth is that burning out is exactly what she wants to do. She wants it to be dramatic and fast and public and beautiful, the crucifixion of the guilty party in flames and roses.

"I'm fine, Phil. I haven't lasted here this long without picking up some tips."