Thank the saints I had you there to ward me from being tattled on by our many-armed artist.

[ He doesn't seem the least bit concerned, but he does seem amused. ]

I would love some company. [ It is difficult to say which he means. ] Perhaps there's a boardwalk that overlooks the docks. I don't know about you, but I enjoy window-shopping even if I don't end up making a purchase.

[ Because he doesn't want it enough or because he steals things? Again, up for interpretation. ]