Shut up, [but it's more like an exasperated whine, rubbing his hand lightly.] I was just thinking that we have a ride back and I didn't want to ask you for anything that'd make it weird.

[Like it's kind of not already?? He's also entirely inexperienced in romantic notions, more used to... not having the chance in the first place.]

Besides. I'd rather you tease me about a lack of confidence than my feelings.