"N-No, you're... i-it's okay, really...!"

He stammered, finally looking back at her. His embarrassment becoming a lot more pronounced, as he panicked mildly, trying to keep her from apologizing. None of this was her fault, not even remotely. If anything, it was his fault, for being so clueless as to miss all the obvious signs.

"I-I was... just..." He sighed. "I should've... probably figured it out sooner..."