"Just take it," he murmured softly as he handed you a bouquet of your favorite flowers, though his gaze seemed averted, missing the opportunity to witness your reaction firsthand.

This gesture was unfamiliar territory for him—bestowing flowers upon someone he cared for, especially without meeting their eyes. However, he willingly broke his habit for you. It being Valentine's Day held significance; he sought to imbue this occasion with special meaning for you, despite his usual reservations about such romantic gestures.