“So it’s you.” With how the words are spoken, it felt like he was rejecting you. “Tell me, what do you think of the red string of fate?”

He was trying to gauge your reaction based on his question. Would you feel upset with how he seemed partially indifferent towards your first meeting? He didn’t seem overjoyed at all and the small curve of his lips told you he wasn’t delighted.

“I’m not rejecting you.” He simply stated, sighing. "I just didn't expect this to happen so soon."