Yeah, that's about how he expected him to respond. Anyone could tell that something was up, but why did that matter? Why hide behind a facade Alastor could easily see through?
Despite the attempt at reassuring him, his gaze never met his, instead shifting between various things, unsure of where to stay. Maybe he should just talk to him?
"It's nothing, really, Al, but," he sighed, his gaze finally shifting towards Alastor, "you—"
His voice trailed off, the words dying in his throat. What was he doing, honestly?
"Oh, fuck, this is pathetic..." He shook his head, muttering to himself. "Here I am, doubting his proposal. I'm just giving him reasons to fuck with my feelings..."