[ She clasps her fingers together on top of the table once he lets go, leaning forward, too. At his question, she offers a wry little smile. ]

Hit the nail right on the head, Star-Lord. I knew I could count on you.

The last time I ever got close to being caught, things didn't exactly go well. I guess I couldn't help but remember that when this all went down--I didn't want to risk you guys getting dragged into it.