Though he thought to resist and carry the tray anyway, he let Astre have it and take it where he would. They would get to it eventually, the sooner the better. Warm tea only lasted so long, after all. Then again, the teen had presented him with quite the distraction.

His eyes were drawn to so much pale flesh, smooth enough it could have been made of porcelain, and yet he knew all too well the warmth that lived within. Such a tempting display, and there would be no denying how much of that he wanted to touch.

"You've outdone yourself once again, my lord. Are there no lengths you would go to to get what you want?"

Oh, Astre most certainly wanted this. The knowing look he shared then told all, and he couldn't help a soft chuckle as he settled down back where the Earl had been seated only a few moments ago.