"Sorry, I know I'm being a pain but a big deal like this isn't something I can just jump into without thinking it over." She kept the smile on her face, playing oblivious to the disappointment.

There might actually be something she could do to work this, but she had to play friendly for the moment. Don't make it into a fight.

"I hope so! It's been nice talking with you, Mr. Johnson, but I think I'll have to turn in now. Big day tomorrow, as usual."