[ He draws a little more courage as their fingers entwine, though his gaze drops to them as he hears words he'd never really expected from anyone, much less Xue Yang!

...They make him smile though. Make his heart do a strange little leap. His gaze flicks shyly back up to Xue Yang. ]

...Much better, in person. I do not know what it feels like... to be in love. But I do... like spending time with you.