Mh. [Self-conscious for a moment, she rubs at a ear, fidgeting. As expected, it's warm to the touch, presumably turning red again.

Putting something she scarcely understands into words is. Tough.]

I was also surprised. I -- I'm not rushing into this just because you told me about your feelings, though.

All I want is for you to be happy. [Even if she hasn't always gone about it properly.] So if my staying by your side is enough...