[ he's not the greatest at proving himself capable but he believes he deserves the benefit of the doubt!! otherwise no one would ever trust him ]

That's good to hear. Oh, I-- [ He looks embarrassed a second, and quickly: ] Around. [ He takes the tea and smiles at her. ] Thank you.

Perhaps you should keep it here? I can always come here if I wish to read it. If I took it with me, it would only be a matter of time before I misplaced it.