[More than an embrace, she turns her head to greet him with a proper kiss -- a short one, out of respect for his burdens, but no less sweet for that. More than just affection, her intuition tells her that more lies underneath this request than a desire for a casual outing. The phrasing of the message, in particular the 'anywhere but', raises some flags in her mind.]

I am starting to miss you quite a bit more than I expected, when we part. And I forbid you from overthinking that statement. You may only take it as sincere warmth towards you and naught more, as I intend it.

[She's got your number, buddy]