"I'm a scientist, Francis," she said, tugging on his tie. "I learned a long time ago that 'because I said so' is not a sufficient answer."
"I don't! To do so would add some independent variables and that increases the chances of inaccuracies."
"I did," she agreed. "So, can you let me go now?" She tugged on his tie, pulling him closer to her. "Please?"
She smirked, crawling over to him to drape her arms around his neck. "You don't need to leave. Just don't pin me down."