Gilbert stilled as he felt Hestia's lips pressed against his. He had to admit, that was one of the things that had crossed his mind, but it had assuredly been at the very bottom of the list. He blushed, eyes opening when she pulled away. "O-oh. I-I...see." Yes. That might have been quite odd to ask for permission for. He would not have known how to respond.
"W-was that your question then?" He could not imagine being more flustered than he was at this moment. It took a lot of effort not to touch his lips, wondering idly what had brought that on. He certainly did not know.