[Normally, the idea that anyone would suggest actively helping him feel more would cause a mixed reaction, offending Gorthan and flattering him at the same time. ... Today, he's just very, very flattered. Embarrassed, even.]
As much as I feel grateful that you suggested this at all... I would rather... not. Not in front of all these people, at least...
[After all, his emotions are something he had to learn to keep to himself. If he's going to engage in public displays of affection, he's not going to... make them as public.]
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[Normally, the idea that anyone would suggest actively helping him feel more would cause a mixed reaction, offending Gorthan and flattering him at the same time. ... Today, he's just very, very flattered. Embarrassed, even.]
As much as I feel grateful that you suggested this at all... I would rather... not. Not in front of all these people, at least...
[After all, his emotions are something he had to learn to keep to himself. If he's going to engage in public displays of affection, he's not going to... make them as public.]