[He sighes, putting his phone back into the pocket of his waistcoat.]You should be more mindful. You never know when there's going to be a situation like this where you'll need it. [If this has been months before, this would have been said more critically, or meanly, but now it's just a gentle admonishment. He cared about her (as a friend!!!!), so he didn't want her to land into trouble while he wasn't around. But boy, does he not know the half of it--

But the moment she ducks her head, Xiaolang knew something wasn't right, and he immediately regrets opening his mouth. There were one or two things that had stuck in his head (what was this about work? Weren't they too young for that?), but he refrained from mentioning them, not wanting to make things any more awkward for the both of them.]

That's... that's good. But, uh...! I can still help you with math, if you want! I'm getting used to my classes now, so you don't have to bother Prompto or anything like that!

And, um... [His cheeks are turning redder still, and his heartbeat was picking up again. What was he getting so stressed over?] You can always text me or call me if you... if you need somebody to talk to. A-About anything. Really. I don't mind.

[This is totally what friends do, right??]