No, no, you didn't. [He actually manages a slight laugh, though the humor in it is a bit forced.] Stress is... sort of my default setting.

[He pushes a hand through his hair, fidgeting a bit with the strands in his fingers.]

I... think I really just need time. I've been out of the - dating pool? I guess? for a long time now.

[Though, honestly, hearing Byleth is willing to stay friends either way takes a lot of weight off.]