{` her cheeks actually grew red, hiding them behind her hands. } I’m.. not, though.. I’ve never heard someone call me that, anyways- Are you sure nothing’s wrong with your eyes? You’re not.. trying to mock me, are you? Are you trying to make fun of me?
Oh- never? [‘blinks in surprise, then disbelief as he purses his lips.] I think you’re the one who must be joking. I’m sure someone’s called you cute before I have.