[Her response almost makes him want to slump over. Of all the things she remembers from his confession it's that. If only he could work up the courage to be more direct... though anytime he does, a harsh statement come from his mouth instead of sincerity.]

Yes, well, you're doing a great job so far... [He stinks at this, he so just stinks... but he clears his throat at her compliment fishing for some time to conjure up an answer of his own.]

Yes, well, thank you, I suppose. It's only natural that I dress up to the code of such a social gathering.

[And he's just going to be awkward...]