[He was worried that would be the topic of discussion, but somehow he didn't expect a response like this. For a brief moment he looks caught off-guard, his expression open and honest before he glances away and starts playing with his sleeves.]

...That was cruel of me to say. I'm very sorry. I was so scared that night; I wasn't thinking clearly. I know I'm important to you. I never should have sent that.

[But some part of him really did need to hear that, he thinks.]