That, Avery's certain, isn't true in the slightest, but it seems impolite to argue. At least for now anyway. "The pleasure is all mine," he replies with a short, small, elegant little bow, hand over his heart.

A little over-the-top, maybe, but the situation they both seemed to be in provided more than enough dramatic background for him to have a little fun.

Even if the way his smile faltered betrayed a hint of embarrassment.