[Specifically, M. doesn't lose, but Monet's more interested in studying his technique than she is in making a statement. She finds it reckless in comparison to her more calculating, strategic choices, but within the parameters of the game, there's effectiveness. Sometimes he wins big from a costly sacrifice, and the only displeasure she shows is... none at all. She's enjoying the game; he's a lot smarter than she expected.]
[By the time they reach stalemate, Monet's gone from disinterest to intrigue, even to mild amusement.]
no subject
[Specifically, M. doesn't lose, but Monet's more interested in studying his technique than she is in making a statement. She finds it reckless in comparison to her more calculating, strategic choices, but within the parameters of the game, there's effectiveness. Sometimes he wins big from a costly sacrifice, and the only displeasure she shows is... none at all. She's enjoying the game; he's a lot smarter than she expected.]
[By the time they reach stalemate, Monet's gone from disinterest to intrigue, even to mild amusement.]
Hm.