[He snorted at that. As much as she was annoying, she was at least entertaining. He'd never met anyone like her before. It was frightening.]

Right. That was the exact word I was looking for. [only very much NOT. He moved to plop down on his rear, taking a seat. Clearly not going to get her crap]

What was I thinking? Of course. Ship to shore service. I'll have then order up one dozen throw pillows, a couple of lavish rugs, some gauze shades to frame your space, and maybe three boys brushed in gold to wave fans at you.