[ Ashton smiles easier at the sight, and nods his head. ] Good. I was worried, and if I had left any marks... [ A glance away. That would have been unforgivable. Despite his needs, he shouldn't be hurting his friends. ]
[ He shakes his head once, and chuckles. ] I'm sorry. I shouldn't have brought it up. This isn't the kind of night for that, right?