"That's not necessarily a bad thing. Though I know coming from a woman that probably doesn't mean much." A small, wry smile makes an appearance at that, but disappears when he goes on.

"Um. If you'd like? I meant whenever, but." Oh wow, this is a little painful. This is exactly the kind of stilted formality they should get rid of if they intend on fooling anybody. Maybe some contact (and she tries not to redden at the thought) might help. "But unless you don't have better things to do, we could... try?"