[He's aware of her recognition - he can almost see the wheels churning in her head as everything starts clicking into place. But a moment later--]

Aïe-! [He isn't expecting the slap because it came out of absolutely nowhere (at least, as far as he was concerned). So he barely has any time to react to it other than move his hand up to cover the blow when it's all said and done.]

What in the name of god was that for?!