[All the same, Ace found himself standing up straight and moving away from Leanne--though, not in caution or worry. He maintained a cool distance, if only because Marco raised his concerns.

And, for his own reasons. None that had to be mentioned, though he remembered her reaction to him being shirtless from Marco's perspective. Ace assumed Leanne was surprised and horrified by how badly he looked, so he realized he'd have to put something on or he'd weird her out like his first mate inclined.]

Sure. Though, you don't need to rush or anything. With this, I guess I can just sit around for awhile and you can be ready for it again, later.

[He paused, smiling and missing the point of Marco's warning entirely.]

But, can you sing without it tiring you out? I'd hate to waste your good voice!