[Dashing is a word that people don't often use to describe him, so it gets a little chuckle out of him. Not out of offense, of course— why would he be offended to receive such praise, especially from an attractive young woman.
He still thinks she is probably more equip for this than him, but protesting too much isn't cute. Wouldn't want to make a bad impression.]
My surprise! [He raises his brows when he says this, to add emphasis.] Though I know the troubles of a busy schedule leaving little for these opportunities.
[The circumstances were far from anything he's pleased about, but he is genuinely enjoying the chances to socialize; it's been a long time since he's been a civilian, without the pressures of appearances beyond trying not to seem too boring.
With his free hand, he makes a small gesture at her, intending to get conversation started.]
I should probably make this rather clear, as you've seen my age— I'm not a young man, even by Xianzhou standards.
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Date: 2024-02-05 05:02 pm (UTC)He still thinks she is probably more equip for this than him, but protesting too much isn't cute. Wouldn't want to make a bad impression.]
My surprise! [He raises his brows when he says this, to add emphasis.] Though I know the troubles of a busy schedule leaving little for these opportunities.
[The circumstances were far from anything he's pleased about, but he is genuinely enjoying the chances to socialize; it's been a long time since he's been a civilian, without the pressures of appearances beyond trying not to seem too boring.
With his free hand, he makes a small gesture at her, intending to get conversation started.]
I should probably make this rather clear, as you've seen my age— I'm not a young man, even by Xianzhou standards.