Zekke was glad he didn't blush very readily because right now, he was rather embarrassed for making such a wisecrack like that. In fact, he was so embarrassed he could have just disappeared into the floor. The right and proper Zekke that most people knew wouldn't say something like that... or would he?

He stole a glance in Nadia's direction.

As it were, the right and proper Zekke held himself responsible for his own actions - and words - and if being embarrassed was the price, so be it. With that in mind, he wore a slightly sheepish grin and was ready to laugh at himself.

Hearing that the professor approved of his suggestion, he allowed himself to laugh quietly.

Deciding that he needed something to keep himself from making more wisecracks, he popped a lollipop in his mouth and got distracted by its refreshingly tart flavor. Sour apple was his favorite candy flavor, bar none. Well... except for maybe chocolate...