shadowtruths

[He does not. It only seems painfully obvious to him that he enjoys her company for who she is, rather than what he imagines her to be. While there is less to hide in knowing one's subconscious it also makes adornments to alter that truth feel awkward and ill-fitting.]

I will dress up as befits the occasion. [Formality matters to him where appropriate.] You're a far more pleasant reason to do so than stately or family affairs.

I have begun working on the ballroom. A few days should be sufficient to complete it.