[Again, it would depend on what exactly that meant.

But it is strange to him that she's beating around the bush somewhat. Ryoko is usually very forthright, especially with him.

Still...]

("My answer won't change. Whatever you have in mind, so long as we stay together...") [He pauses; not hesitation, but he's trying to word it just right.]

("Whatever you have in mind, don't hesitate. You can tell me anything.")

[And he reaches out just to hold her hand, encouragingly.]