It might be a cliche because it's true, though. Natasha's expression falls somewhat at the words. She shakes her head a little, her suspicions louder in the back of her head.

The question remains how to deal with it.

For all that Natasha knows subtly, sometimes it's best to address a problem head on. At least then maybe you could take control of the situation.

"I wonder if we're in the same line of work. But it's been a while since I traveled like that."