"Where in the bloody hell did that come from?" asks the person behind the counter, who is sitting on top of it with her attractive, English-accented boyfriend. He’s always nearby wherever she goes, which is one of the things the narrator appreciates about Anna. He points to a baby wipe and jokes about what else she might be carrying, like dust rags or furniture polish.

Anna responds playfully, warning him to be careful or she’ll scrub his arms. Étienne, her boyfriend, grins and suggests they do it privately, adding a flirtatious tone to their banter. The scene highlights their close, teasing relationship and Anna’s companions, who add humor to the interaction.