[His first thought is to affirm that he wasn't interested, and it was true enough that he didn't find the prospect entirely appealing. Things were still somewhat raw, would take time to settle in whatever shape they would settle in.

But he didn't believe Irhya would hurt him. And much like his original offer when she'd first turned- it was a show of willing, wasn't it? Some grasp towards normalcy, some small display of trust. Things wouldn't improve without things like this.]

--No, you may continue to consider myself a resource in that regard. Besides- [It's not quite light, he can't entirely manage that. But it's closer to a more natural tone.] with your continued efforts towards feeding me, the least I can do is return the offer.