[Oblivious to any glossing over of deeper emotions Riz may or may not be in the area of internally, Boober gives and amused snort, and shakes his head.]

No, no, it's nothing like that. Though I'd be lying if I said it wasn't a perk.

[He then glances around, checking that there's no one within earshot.]

Besides, hon, couldn't I excuse you of doing the same with me and my cooking?

[Gotta avoid being overheard when dropping a "hon," that would be embarrassing!]