Then I shall look forward towards the time we shall spend together, regardless of how successful our catch may be. Though, with you present, it will no doubt be fruitful indeed.

[Elidibus gives Byleth's hand the faintest of squeezes, just enough to be grounding. Meant to be a reassurance. His blush does not deepen, but it does remain firmly fixed in place.]

I... am. Flustered, perhaps. Overjoyed, certainly. I am attempting to keep hold of my emotions as best as I am able, so as to not overwhelm you. It is a... taxing effort, in some ways. But worth it.