[ ... mm. with a pause that isn't... hesitation, but more like a final mental confirmation of what he's doing, adrien nods. ]

I scratched my head about this a lot already.

[ there was no way he wouldn't, because ladybug's trust was that important. he wouldn't ever begin this confession without being certain, at least instinctively, that he wouldn't regret a word he's told to him. yes, ladybug's trust is important. so is steven's. he's... important.

the situation they're in is big, too. adrien's not certain he can handle it alone, not like he has been. ]

When I see her again, I'll be honest.

[ whether it be here, or if they fix this before she gets here... he'll do the right thing. ]

Yeah. Like I felt I needed to be with you, too. [ this is fine. he's said it. ] Just... if you meet her, don't tell her you know until I do, okay?