“Wanted it to be a surprise,” River replied. “Also, I didn’t know if he would be alone or not.”
Inara was just stunned speechless. Mal looked at her all dressed up. “Guess someone knew I was coming and got all gussied up.”
She wanted to kiss him and slap him at the same time. She smiled in her sarcastic way. “Well, captain, for your information this wasn’t for you.”
“Didn’t think so,” he replied unable to resist a verbal joust even at this time. “All ready to set up shop here?”
“Only if their money is good enough.”
“Well, don’t strain yourself. Jayne’s already found out that whoring is illegal here.”
-- The Return - Part 7 by cbsteve