[ Luca's sheepish smile is returned with one that radiates warmth. That there's nothing more to be said on the matter doesn't bother him in the slightest. Luca is looking for support, and he is here to do just that. He takes the job very seriously. ]

My suggestion is still the same, then. It is only fair to the both of you that you are honest with each other from the start, so that there are no miscommunications to stumbles in the future. And he will appreciate it, too. Of that, I am certain.

[ He sets his mug on the counter, mostly drained at this point. ]

But know that, no matter the outcome, you will have my support. Our friendship is not conditional based on whether or not you are courting my brother.