[ This isn't making him feel less embarrassed...!! ]

I-it's fine!

[ He's not sure why he's seriously accepting a joke apology, but the response is just kind of automatic. ]

Anyway, I guess if there's a specific time you think would be good to try it out later, we can probably... [ He trails off, cringing as he considers what he's suggesting. ] Oh my god, I can't believe I'm trying to schedule a kiss.