[ sabo doesn't call attention to how her attempt to regain her composure has fallen flat and instead offers her a pleasant and unassuming smile. he also doesn't want to make her any more nervous than she might already be and keeps his tone casual and friendly. his body language is hopefully coming across as open and nonjudgmental. sabo is aware of how someone might read into his actions as being unsavory or having an ulterior motive. ]

I am; it seems like it would be a waste to not make the most of the opportunity.

[ he gestures to the prize of their choice of a free item at one of the shops if they end up succeeding in completing the challenge. you know, just to make it clear of what his motive is. still, sabo doesn't brush off the possibility that someone else might have capitalized on the opportunity for other reasons, and lowers his head to her, placing a hand over his chest while the other rests at his side.

a sort of "gentleman" gesture, if you will. his hands are kept to himself and he will not reach out unless permission has been granted (and even then). some people could care less but sabo wagers that she is not the kind of person who thrives off of skinship. ]

If it's not too uncomfortable for you, we could participate together.