[Really, it should be telling how quickly he misses it once she pulls away. But, yes, they're in public of course, and PDA will never be Nanu's jam. Still, the warm feeling lingers, much like the first one he'd felt the day he gave her the milkshake. Like a comforting blanket that only she can provide, but only within their bubble of personal space.]
[Her smile is enough to expand the feeling all on its own, honestly.]
[Normally this is the part where he makes light of his actions, or the gratitude he's receiving. Play it off as no big deal—which it isn't! To him. Instead, this time, Nanu takes one look at Anabel's earnest and joyous expression and hears her heartfelt thanks, and decides to reply sincerely in kind.]
...You're welcome. [And it feels good to him, too.] Glad you like it.
[Holding eye contact as he says so, he lets his arm drop from his neck and gives a short nod. The awkwardness and embarrassment will be there for a long time, but Nanu realizes that seeing her this happy is very worth it.]
[...Of course, he goes right back to his old ways a minute later.] Hope Mismagius isn't too offended.
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[Her smile is enough to expand the feeling all on its own, honestly.]
[Normally this is the part where he makes light of his actions, or the gratitude he's receiving. Play it off as no big deal—which it isn't! To him. Instead, this time, Nanu takes one look at Anabel's earnest and joyous expression and hears her heartfelt thanks, and decides to reply sincerely in kind.]
...You're welcome. [And it feels good to him, too.] Glad you like it.
[Holding eye contact as he says so, he lets his arm drop from his neck and gives a short nod. The awkwardness and embarrassment will be there for a long time, but Nanu realizes that seeing her this happy is very worth it.]
[...Of course, he goes right back to his old ways a minute later.] Hope Mismagius isn't too offended.