[It's mostly mock offense, but there's a touch of real insecurity to that objection. Was that too much, did he not like it--
But then Oren asks him to continue, and a small, relieved smile tugs at the corners of his mouth as he steps into the kitchen after him.]
I just mean that you-- you always seem to know what to say to make me feel better. [A short pause, and then he continues, a bit quieter.] Just being here makes me feel better, really. I like your company.
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[It's mostly mock offense, but there's a touch of real insecurity to that objection. Was that too much, did he not like it--
But then Oren asks him to continue, and a small, relieved smile tugs at the corners of his mouth as he steps into the kitchen after him.]
I just mean that you-- you always seem to know what to say to make me feel better. [A short pause, and then he continues, a bit quieter.] Just being here makes me feel better, really. I like your company.