[Gene had sounded almost happy for a second there, but now he looks dejected again.] Oh. Um, sorry. [Tony takes another sip of almost-cocoa to hide his confusion and discomfort. Now he doesn't know what to talk about.]
...Do you like the hot chocolate? [he asks nervously.]
but sonic attacks are so awesome (also YOU MADE IT SAD AGAIN)
...Do you like the hot chocolate? [he asks nervously.]