[Yeah, in hindsight, if Sycamore looks properly at that last exchange - and how quickly Lysandre jumped to wanting to kick him out - Sanguis' influence becomes fairly obvious. How insidious; the lack of transformations and Lysandre's generally calm demeanour made him completely drop his guard. Even after spending the trip here reminding himself not to bite at anything nasty his friend said! Failed step one, thoroughly.]

I still maintain that it will be hideously awkward, but if you want to come over, I'll...allow it.

[He'll also shift his hand away from Lysandre's, should he be growing tired of his touch.]

I just want you to agree to leave if I'm being a complete and total embarrassment, Lysandre. I meant it when I said that Iris makes me really emotional and I'd prefer not to sob all over you.