[ He purses his lips for a moment slightly at that, brows knitting lightly, before he lets out a small breath and reaches for his hand again. Leans forward into his space with a serious, but gentle expression.

This is important. ]

You don't have to be so serious about it. [ It's a very soft, barely a chide. ] Or say you won't again.

I know you didn't mean anything badly by it. I didn't even say I minded... Just that I was sorry I was a little startled.

[ Is he speaking plainly enough this time? Because he is trying, with almost oddly calm and quiet eyes. But earnestly. ]

If it's you, then it's okay.