He seems amused by this, as if gender is far below him. He cares not for such petty things and it's evident in his expression.

But then he's coming p to her, sitting at her feet and curling his tail around himself. It's a patient gesture and he looks pointedly at Annabel and her poor attempts at communication. Shaking his head a little, he seems more content to sit here with the woman who give shim attention.