[There's a twinge in him at that last part, not because he didn't believe it, but because he believed it too well, yet here Chris was less so honest by half and keeping things from Caleb out of...fear? Concern? Habit? He wasn't entirely sure, just that he didn't deserve that open expression and heartfelt sentiment.

He brings Caleb's hand up to kiss his fingers briefly.]

I'm sure I've said it before: but you wear your heart too much on your sleeve, love. It worries me sometimes. Not that I'm so sure I'd want you to change either, it's part of what makes you Caleb.