[ It's difficult not to feel embarrassed, even if this wouldn't be the first time that they will have shared a kiss, and at least this time is under much more innocent circumstances. With her, at least, he is more comfortable, such that he doesn't feel dread or anything of the sort.
He can even rib at her, a bit. His cheeks still tinged pink, he purses his lips and eyes her critically. ]
Hm. Is kissing me so distasteful that it needs to be over with quickly, Lady Clair?
[ There's even a small grin on his face, and if that isn't enough indication that he's not being serious, he lightly runs his thumb along the back of her palm. ]
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He can even rib at her, a bit. His cheeks still tinged pink, he purses his lips and eyes her critically. ]
Hm. Is kissing me so distasteful that it needs to be over with quickly, Lady Clair?
[ There's even a small grin on his face, and if that isn't enough indication that he's not being serious, he lightly runs his thumb along the back of her palm. ]