[Not to worry, Souji; Ian has definitely remained oblivious to your secret enjoyment of the nickname.
While he really does appreciate Souji's words, and while he is now practically brimming with affection, things have gotten a bit too honest in here for Ian. Like he said earlier, he's about as fond of heart-to-hearts as Souji is - and even though this is nice to hear, and definitely helps, it's a bit too serious for his liking.
If this situation were occurring with one of Ian's ladies, then it would be easy to handle. He'd smile, maybe wink, give them a kiss and offer them sweet words of appreciation and mutual assurances. But Souji... As much as Ian dislikes being so open, Souji deserves this honesty.]
I'm glad you've told me. [It's a... quieter admission than he's used to, but for once Ian's making no attempt to disguise the genuine appreciation and fondness in his expression.
...It only lasts for a moment, though, because he can only take this mood for so long.]
It'll help later on if I already know how much you think about me, after all.
[That's for slipping in that perfect line for a diversion, he appreciates being given this opportunity.]
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While he really does appreciate Souji's words, and while he is now practically brimming with affection, things have gotten a bit too honest in here for Ian. Like he said earlier, he's about as fond of heart-to-hearts as Souji is - and even though this is nice to hear, and definitely helps, it's a bit too serious for his liking.
If this situation were occurring with one of Ian's ladies, then it would be easy to handle. He'd smile, maybe wink, give them a kiss and offer them sweet words of appreciation and mutual assurances. But Souji... As much as Ian dislikes being so open, Souji deserves this honesty.]
I'm glad you've told me. [It's a... quieter admission than he's used to, but for once Ian's making no attempt to disguise the genuine appreciation and fondness in his expression.
...It only lasts for a moment, though, because he can only take this mood for so long.]
It'll help later on if I already know how much you think about me, after all.
[That's for slipping in that perfect line for a diversion, he appreciates being given this opportunity.]