[It's probably a delightful shade of purple, by now-- something else for you to be shocked and unsettled by when you bathe, later.]

[His posture sinks, following him as he huddles around his cup of coffee a bit.] Would that be easier with or without me present, do you think? I wouldn't want her to feel as though she were being put on the spot, but I also don't... want her to feel as if I am avoiding her. [Even if he absolutely is.]