[it's a pretty good answer, in that it really doesn't leave him much room to doubt. which is why he can respond quietly, but with a light enough tone.]

Guess that's my turn to take it as a compliment.

[considering he wasn't expecting reciprocation at all.]

Well, maybe not "I guess." Pretty high compliment from a deity, for sure.

[perhaps one of the highest, considering she's not just the lord of spirits, but she's smart and beautiful and incredibly strong. his own heart is definitely racing from how thrilling it is, so noct will shift to reach up for milla's hand, guiding it over his chest so she can feel that much for herself. it could probably jump right out of his chest, in all honesty.]