"Oh... I mean, I know... I just realized that in high summer you've got a point. A lot of truth is said in jest, and all that." He leaned into her touch when she patted his cheek though, all the same. He wasn't taking contact with her for granted by any means.
So they were off, padding down the hallway. Or rather, he was padding down the hallway and she was kissing on him. Between the carrying, the way she molded herself to him, and of course those very pleasing kisses he was fairly certain that anybody that happened across them would be absolutely clear on what was happening between the two. Still, best to play the game for what it was worth, right? "I think we could use a little practice, really work up the believability of it so there can be absolutely no misunderstanding." Because the way she kissed was very, very high on his list of things to do daily for the rest of his life.
Conner gave her a wink and, sadly, found himself carrying her into the cafeteria. Given the international nature of the League... there were a few people present and he paused for a second, blushing before turning setting her on her feet. "Lets eat... uh... honey?" He tried on the endearment and watched her for her reaction.