[ He is flattered, but! ]

I would not like any partner chosen for you who did not welcome the sound of your voice.

[ He is going to be honest and gripe about that, softly so as he forces himself to sip his tea and be humbled by the fact it's none of his business. It is as much sternness as he has shown so far, though it is not truly angry and more frustrated. ]

You could come to Cloud Recesses and talk all day long here in the library, while I mend books.