[ Thanks to the language of her movements alone, it was not at all difficult to register the small protest caused by his decision - which was all he needed to eventually pick up where he'd left off, stifling a small smirk. ]

Right.

[ And when she moved, it only gave him an opportunity to gently tuck her hair behind her ear. ]

Partners have each other's backs. Not only we're both capable as fighters, but we also make a good team, so let's give it our best and make it count. I could never argue with that kind of arrangement. [ And put in such terms, everything seemed less daunting, all of a sudden.

To further communicate his determination, he gave a firm nod of his head... before falling into a lighter tone, recalling what today even was. The topic had been opened, therefore giving them plenty of opportunities to revisit it in the future, but the afternoon would only last that long - their afternoon together would, and he did not want to leave it at that. ]

Though it's also good to take a break, once in a while - like today. You're my date, [ There's a short, but telling pause preceding his next words. ] and I can't have you freeze out here if, perhaps, there are other places you'd rather visit.

[ Maybe the suggestion would have been bolder if he hadn't felt so comfortable where he was. ]