I never thought anyone would compare any part of me to a kitten.

[He tilts his head again, perplexed behind the mask, but smiling all the same. His composure remains, even with the hint of a blush crossing his face.]

...Not that you're wrong. On the bright side, with this mask, I can give you that look I showed in the bedroom to you as much as I want, in public.

[As factual as his statement is, there's a soft, playful little lilt to it.]

And the only ones who will know are you, and I.