As his clothes are peeled away, Alfred stands very still - his mouth very dry as he is slowly, slowly exposed.

Being told to be patient is - it's no wonder Herbert reacts when he says that, the way it feels. His hands clench a moment with the effort to stay still, to wait.

But then there's the compliment, and he looks a little bashful, eyes wandering away.

"Th-thank you...."

Innocent. Shy.