[Reno's words cause several things to happen to Diarmuid all at once. Some of them, things that probably shouldn't be able to happen at the same time by all rights. First, his eyes widen, and he involuntarily takes a step back. Second, his face pales, while he somehow manages to blush at the same time, especially as Reno keeps talking. Thirdly, his wide eyes start darting back and forth as if he is looking for the quickest route off the floor...
...or expecting Elena to show up and kill him for enamoring her husband.
Finally, he swallows hard. His mouth forms words, but they don't immediately find voice. Instead, Diarmuid stops, runs a nervous hand through his hair, and then gives Reno a very confused look.]
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...or expecting Elena to show up and kill him for enamoring her husband.
Finally, he swallows hard. His mouth forms words, but they don't immediately find voice. Instead, Diarmuid stops, runs a nervous hand through his hair, and then gives Reno a very confused look.]
W-what?