Did you really expect her to roll over for tummy rubs at the mere sight of you? That's not how cats work. Or any other animal.. or person..

[He regrets the question because really she likely did. He's watching the cat and smiles faintly. At least she's having a good time of this.]

Well, I think you've got this I'm going to get back to work.

[The blond lets go of Hibiki's hand and straightens.]

You'd make a suitable cat mom - she could do worse.