[ He offers her a smile in turn, sharp and attentive. ]

Sounds like Vegas was the place to be. [ He knows he's only getting one side of the story; he also doesn't really care. Whatever went on in Boulder is irrelevant. Facts are, her reasoning is sound, she's fun, and she's clearly got some ambition. All three are important. ] I wouldn't be so quick to dismiss this place, though. Probably plenty of chances to end up on top of the world here, too.

[ You know. Especially since they're apparently both opportunists, and all. And he likes her; isn't going to be inclined to dismiss her, jailbird status or no. ]