[... Well, that dodge clearly wasn't as effective as he hoped. But whatever it is that he expected from this line of questioning? It... probably wasn't that. And he stares at him, surprised visible on his face before his expression softens.]

O'Connor-kun...

[Gently, voice laced with concern.]

I... appreciate you reaching out to me. But I'm sorry you have been made to feel that way. [...] ... This isn't something I wished we had in common.

[Might as well.]