[Dist's expression shifts from proud to, well...subdued again is probably the best descriptor. It's a good sort of subdued, though. It's just that he needs a moment to process a proper response.]

It does. Having your trust means very much to me, beyond this terrible game. The more time I've spent with you, the more I realize how amazing it is to have someone to talk to- about our frustrations, our aspirations, things that interest us, lifting one another up, trusting one another with these secrets we'd normally leave unspoken... You have helped open my eyes to this in so many ways.

[Once he started, he kind of just kept going... Apparently he had a lot more to say on the subject than he thought. Always one for the dramatics, and it sure checks out... He lets out a small noise and shakes his head a little.]

What I am getting at is that I can hardly stay vexed by you for long, even if you are far too fond of flustering me.

[...]

But in all seriousness, now that you have put me on the spot, I find myself lacking anything pressing to ask you- but I will certainly keep this in mind. I am, however, willing to extend that offer to you as well. I am sure you have questions for me?