A long moment, I imagine. [They have... so many projects, without adding more every time an interesting question comes up. This is what it means to be a responsible adult, probably.] Leaving it alone— alright.

[A firm nod, to prove he agrees and will not go wild over this blood+ idea. Much as it pains him to let something go unexplored when the avenues for exploration are there... ahh, being responsible is boring.

He focuses instead on the eyes, and the brush of Viktor's touch near one such eye, that flutters closed in, ah, enjoyment at the attention. He huffs, quiet and amused.]

I've been nosy my whole life; I hope the Powers that Be here don't consider that news.

[Now, significantly, Viktor thinks his eyes look not terrible, a fine compliment. Hmm.]

I'll admit, I'm relieved. I don't really mind them, but... [to be gross to others? dread.]