"Fruity and bubbly, unfortunately I can't help you with. Vodka, I can definitely do," he grinned, though after a moment he dragged it down into a slightly less stupid looking smile, and turned on his heel to head to the kitchen. When she not only followed him but took his arm, he had to lean on her momentarily as he nearly fell over his own feet in surprise. He recovered, just about, and tried to look cool (unsuccessfully).

"So, Inara, what are you studying again?" he asked, hoping to distract her from his failure.