[ There's a slight exclamation when he feels Max's hand on his back. It's a pleased noise when he begins to rub because that felt rather good after everything that happened. Similar memories of Valentine's Day seep in but he manages to curb his blushing to something minimal. He sighs happily and shakes his head. ] Just, ah, be p-patient with me? That's really all I can ask. You've done everything right so far. I-I certainly can't complain about anything.

[ He leans back to look over at Max with a genuine, bright, smile. ] And I want you to be comfortable too.