[Brat! is his immediate thought, and he's a little surprised at how warm that sentiment makes him feel. He knows people come and go, but seeing Yusuke in the flesh again...that dry sense of humor is welcome.]

I wanted to see what you liked. I'm not artistic myself, so seeing what made an artist tick was interesting. Besides, you were pretty enthusiastic.

[He's trying not to overwhelm him with his affection.]