[Breathing a long sigh, Hermann's fingertips touch his temple in an attempt to stay the oncoming headache. Newton couldn't ever have just a simple outing.]

Look Newton, I'm still not convinced all of this hasn't been a joke at my expense. Joaquin having feelings for me? Come now.

[He advances on Newton, expression growing more severe by the second]

You however, doubting me and nearly having a panic attack in the hallway, I could believe this of, and I most certainly do not care for the implications. It doesn't matter whose idea it was, you went along with it, and I can't honestly believe you were afraid I'd up and leave you like that.