Lydia recognized his tactic; Beetlejuice did the same thing when things got to mushy as well. It was alright with Lydia though, as she understood and got it. Not everyone was open with their feelings, especially when they'd been hurt before and weren't used to letting someone be their friend. It would have to do, especially his latter statement.

She'd never expected him not to go--only asked that he be safe.

"I have faith in you, Mr. Magician, but I'll still worry.