[ It's harder when Roland looks directly at him like that. Inigo can feel the heat rising to his cheeks, knows they're colouring at this point as he momentarily averts his gaze. It's hard when you're always pretending to be a catch in accordance to your stupid, stupid act, but actually feel like anyone who ends up getting stuck with you has the worst luck possible.

But it's so hard for his insecurities to win over compliments coming from Roland. That's his dad. And the way he says them like this is always so genuine, impossible to question. ]

Well..

[ He pauses, unsure of what to say. Then shakes his head and finally looks back at Roland, a hint of something slightly awkward about him. ]

You probably don't have to worry about me dating anytime soon. I didn't tell you because I got someone in mind, I just.. wanted to let you know? I know it must seem strange and sudden.