[The offer is accepted with every bit of enthusiasm as Diluc expects from her, and they start to make their way to the gardens. The night is pleasant, a bit cool but a far cry from the frigid temperatures of Reverein right now. It's a nice change of atmosphere, and one he's more than happy to partake in.

Her comment about not seeing him as often as she'd like--and the way she immediately walks it back--catches his attention, and he sighs softly before shaking his head a little.]

Please don't feel like you need to withhold your honesty for the sake of my feelings. I'm not used to sharing myself with someone as important as you or Thoma. If I'm not holding up my part in it, I need you to tell me so that I know to correct my behavior.

[His tone is mild as he speaks, his words more reminder and request than reprimand. He doesn't know what he's doing when it comes to romance most of the time, especially when it comes to the day-to-day stuff. The moments when he's with either Ori or Thoma tend to work out if he just relaxes into it, but the time in between those moments often feel awkward.

And then, of course, there's the matter of him patrolling the streets at night and the toll that takes on his availability. Diluc hasn't told either of his partners about it, and he has no plans to. They'd worry and disapprove, no matter how much he insists that he's used to spending his nights in such a way. If anything, that insistence would just make their protests louder. It's better for all of them if they just don't know. He can protect them--and all of Reverein--under cover of darkness, just like he's done for Mondstadt.]

I'll resolve to do better. I really enjoy these walks we share, so it's not like you're requesting anything terribly arduous by wanting to do this more often.

[He slips an arm around her shoulders affectionately as they continue walking together.]