*laughing outright, unable to contain himself (and his cheeks are a little colorful, too, but that may have a bit to do with dear)* Have I mentioned you're a horrible tease? 'Cause you are. Hor-ri-ble. I like it.
*draws his knees up a bit and chews the inside of his lip* *conversationally* Why do I get the feeling I'm going to be taking a lot of ice-showers in the near future?