His cheeks had been pink before, but at the touch of her hand, they turn a burning red. Physical affection is something that he still isn't accustomed to, even after time with his previous Dominant. While they had grown close, she had been the only one that he'd had any sort of affectionate experience with. He's much more used to being struck or suffering physical punishment.

"I..." He likes to think that he isn't flustered often, but it's obvious in this moment that he is. "... suppose so. Nonetheless, I don't intend to inconvenience you." The shame he feels for being careless only intensifies at the thought that she might be with him out of pity for his situation. He is not so weak that he cannot take care of himself.