[He's skilled. She can admire that in the few glimpses she gets during her climb, even if her focus is on the overhanded grips. A flicker of a smile crosses her features when she grips a simple hold and finally casts her gaze down.]
You're not so bad yourself, monsieur. A hobby of yours?
sorry for the late; had exams this week!
You're not so bad yourself, monsieur. A hobby of yours?