If she likes you for you, she likes you for you. There's nothing to regret about that.

[But! Don't say Chaosbringer has no ability to read the room! With that last statement, he understands that the topic is henceforth closed again, and that things must return to their usual facegrabbing nature. Still, he very much hopes the kid took his words to heart. Life is way too short to do anything but reach out for what you want.]

[Smirking, Zeke practically spreads a peacock tail for how proud he is.] Hey, I managed to woo the incredibly eligible Sam, didn't I? Everyone should be in awe of my romantic prowess from that alone!