Of course I did. It's— [the noble thing to do] Well, I feel at least partly to blame for it.
[Thankfully, Edelgard doesn't call attention to how flushed he is, or just how awkward he's being. She doesn't seem bothered by it, which goes a long way to relaxing him. Even though she hasn't heard the words on her wrist and even though she may not feel the same connection... she's still kind and understanding, and more than willing to be patient with him. He appreciates it more than he could ever properly express.]
No, I have nothing to attend to.
[He isn't the only one being awkward, at least... He's not really surprised Edelgard still hasn't figured out how to ask him to spend time with her, though.]
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[Thankfully, Edelgard doesn't call attention to how flushed he is, or just how awkward he's being. She doesn't seem bothered by it, which goes a long way to relaxing him. Even though she hasn't heard the words on her wrist and even though she may not feel the same connection... she's still kind and understanding, and more than willing to be patient with him. He appreciates it more than he could ever properly express.]
No, I have nothing to attend to.
[He isn't the only one being awkward, at least... He's not really surprised Edelgard still hasn't figured out how to ask him to spend time with her, though.]
Shall I meet you in the library as usual?