ello love! <3
Vaan had never really understood how humans decided what was proper and what was unacceptable in social situations, but he always went along with it as to respect their wishes. When Gabrielle stepped a little to his right he smiled to himself and did not take offense. After all, keeping up appearances was fairly important around these parts, especially with Vaan working at the castle.
He had been about to say something along the lines of 'not a problem' when he felt her lips pressed against his cheek for a split second. Vaan stopped short and raised a hand briefly to his cheek. No one had ever kissed him before, even if it was in casual thanks. His ears felt as though they were on fire and he offered her what he hoped was a sincere and not-so-flustered smile. "I'll be careful, I promise," he said, and turned back to the path, hoping she wouldn't think him indifferent to her sign of affection. He very much wanted to return the favour, but didn't know how...humans were complicated beings after all.
"Yes! There are quite a few around here. The river keeps them in steady growth," he said, holding out his hand to her to help her down the embankment.