Push back on her story.

Though engaging in witty banter with the sexiest woman you have ever laid eyes on is quite tempting, your intellect, at least for the moment, remains in control. “I mean no offense.” You inquire, “But your story doesn't make any sense. How do you know about my date? Why would anyone even try to steal one in the first place?”

Ms. Kyle takes all your questions in calm stride, as if this sort of thing is normal for her. “It's rather simple.” She says with a warm smile, still standing very close to you. “I need someone to get me into the Athenaeum. So, I went to the museum's webpage and you fit the bill. You have power, connections, you're single, and of all the men on the leadership directory you're by far the most handsome.”

“How do you know I'm single?” You immediately fire back. “And why would that be important?”

Your shapely would-be date gives a quick chuckle, seemingly finding your questions a bit naive. “You're cute.” She smiles, before continuing. “We have a mutual friend; Dr. Leslie Thompkins from the Park Row Clinic.”

“What? You know Leslie Thompkins?” This begins a rather a length conversation as you probe Ms. Kyle's knowledge. After awhile you become fairly convinced that she really does know Leslie and that they too are friends. The mysterious black-haired beauty explains that Leslie and your boss have been scheming for while on how to set you up on a date.

“Yeah. It has been a growing concern of Dr. Rorbeck very since . . .” You then hesitate.

“The doc speaks very highly of you.” For the first time Ms. Kyle's voice because soft and caring, devoid of any flirtation or play. “I'm sorry about your wife, Dr. Anderson. Leslie said she was a good woman.” The emerald eye stranger pauses for brief moment. “And she said you're a very good man.”

“Well, um.” You stutter for bit. “Yes, she was. Thank you.” Trying to get your thoughts back on track you randomly ask, “So Leslie put you up to this?”

“Oh, no.” The raven-haired Gothamite gently shakes her head in the negative. “She would never approve of this. I do need to get into your Athenaeum and I confess this cat was a bit curious, considering how the two docs did go on about you. Besides causing a little mischief is always fun.”

“You're really are trying to steal a blind date!” You almost laugh. “With its main purpose to get you into the Athenaeum.”

“Like I said, it's business.” The black haired witch's playful tone and smile returns as she tilts her head in a challenging fashion. “Besides, are you complaining?”