You're very good at it.

[ She still feels like an utter fool but in time that feeling will pass. ]

Could you do me a small favor and not tell anyone that I'm so easily startled? I don't have much of a reputation but I'd like to keep what I have.

[ She stands a bit straighter before smoothing out the folds of her skirt and then her shirt collar. Look. She's fine now. ]

Could it be a virus?