[He can tell before she even says the words that hesitation and uncertainty are on her mind. Those same feelings flood into him as well, asking the same question of himself. Was it alright? The first answer that comes to his mind is yes, it was, it was more than alright. But he also has to consider all sides of the issue here too- what is Ayaka's perspective on this? She must be feeling like she might of crossed the line in some way, but Thoma is quick to reassure her that this isn't the case.]

I think it was.

[He smiles softly down at her, gently moving a strand of her hair that had stuck to the side of her face, tucking it behind her ear.]

I'm not really sure what's gotten into us tonight, but it feels like it's something I've been waiting for for a long time. We just didn't have the opportunity before, what with our duties and all. Aaaand, it might not look all that good for the Kamisato clan if you were involved with your own housekeeper...

[He gives a worried smile, but it's replaced quickly with a laugh followed by a confident smile. He wants his lady to feel comfortable, confident, and at peace with this.]

But we're not at home, are we? Those are matters we just simply don't have to fret over while we're here.