[It's true that Archer is still used to hiding his feelings. There are certain tells, though. His grey eyes are warm when he doesn't hide behind the frown. He's becoming more relaxed around her, using flippant gestures and sharing his feelings freely.
There's more, easy to notice when he's at his most relaxed. Usually when he's cooking. It's crystal clear that preparing food is no duty but what he does genuinely enjoy. How Archer always ensures there's her favourite tea and snacks for both whenever she comes to study with Caster. How he makes lunchboxes for both of them when they share classes at the Coven. How her lunch is shaped into cute forest critters whenever she needs cheering.]
[ She can feel the warmth that rises to her cheeks as she lets those words sink in. Reassuring. Momentarily shy, she licks her lips before offering him a fond smile. ]
Then I'd be honored to have you as my Bonded, Archer.
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There's more, easy to notice when he's at his most relaxed. Usually when he's cooking. It's crystal clear that preparing food is no duty but what he does genuinely enjoy. How Archer always ensures there's her favourite tea and snacks for both whenever she comes to study with Caster. How he makes lunchboxes for both of them when they share classes at the Coven. How her lunch is shaped into cute forest critters whenever she needs cheering.]
I'm certain.
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Then I'd be honored to have you as my Bonded, Archer.