[Ever so slowly, a deep red creeps across his face as she talks.]

...Am I really? Is that what you all think of me? [His voice is small... almost half a step away from being shy, even. But there's a pleased note in it too.] I've never tried to be cool or anything like that... [He's wanted it a little, yes, but never thought he actually was.] I just wanted to do my best to help everybody and be there for you all, so...

[That's always been something that felt natural for him.]

I don't know how much I can offer as... a date, or whatever they want us to do. But... [He manages a sheepish smile.] I guess I'll just have to do my best, after hearing something like that.