Finn regretted trying to know the answer to his question and probing her directly asking on a date. It's not so him to say he was kidding if he hears her say yes.
Now he wanted a rejection, a rejection to impulsivity, and a rejection to his selfishness. He didn't want to make her a tool to keep his parents worry-free and others relieved.
Thinking about her, he failed to realize he was caring about her well-being too and there could be a possibility he could move on from first love and love Rose too.
His gaze didn't leave her eyes, probably craving to see a mockery or fright to stay away from him.
'Beep.'
The mobile in his pocket beeped and he purposefully and quickly pulled his gaze away from her missing to see her meekly nod in acceptance.
