Books and stories? What does Lilia think Malleus reads, smut novels? No, absolutely not. He has read plenty of magic tomes, history books, fairytales, but things discussing... this? Never. Why would Malleus give such drivel the time of day?

He can tell Lilia is frustrated with him, though, which does not happen all that often. It makes Malleus feel strangely like he is being scolded; Lilia is one of the very few people who can achieve this reaction. Still, Malleus inwardly defends himself; how was he to know? He has never had to deal with this problem because of such a reason before. Lilia has never squirmed around in his lap, and then... kissed him.

When Lilia makes it clear what he means, Malleus' face goes red.

Touching? Sex???? Is that not too far? Fooling around, even- But his mind is wandering, and he is still meeting Lilia's eyes, though Malleus' mouth hangs slightly open, as though he is at a loss for words. No, he is at a loss for words.

"I... understand now, yes." Malleus manages to croak it out, secretly admiring Lilia's boldness. Is this the sort of thing he gets up to? Yes, he is much older than Malleus, and must have experience, but somehow that is not something he wants to consider.