[ Oh, now he really is starting to sound like a late bloomer, the first seed of experimentation already showing results. Seeing him admit he has been curious for some time also puts him Shez a little more at ease, and he definitely notices the emphasis Byleth has put on someone he trusts throughout this conversation. He really... doesn't have anyone else to ask this kind of stuff, huh?

Well, the Shez from his world had given him his merc whistle; if they were anything alike, that must have been because he thought of Byleth as a special friend. Guess it's up to him to honor that pact now. ]

If we're going through all the tiers, then I guess it's best to take it elsewhere, right?

[ Byleth may not care what others think, but Shez wouldn't feel too comfortable with a crowd watching him get hot and heavy with his former enemy. He's going to have enough nightmare fuel with Arval alone. ]

Still feel like I should pitch in some more, though... [ He tilts his head to one side, arms folded in thought. ] Okay, how about this: if you come to my guild room, I can cook and we can get a little more comfortable. Maybe you should even bring those novels you love so much and, I dunno, point out some stuff you've been wondering about. How's that sound?

[ Books, snacks, a lil smooch or two-- sounds like they're gearing up for a (study) date, yeah!! ]