"Oh, good. I think I like you too. I, uh. Still pretty new to the ship, working on making friends. Sorry if I came on too strong earlier, still adjusting my dials, uh, after the last place I was at. Different cultures. Very different cultures. But if you don't mind me flirting for the hell of it, you seem a good fella to be doing that with."

His smile is soft and sheepish, and as his cheeks color slightly, his freckles stand out more.