[Wataru looks at him even as he pulls away, and takes a moment to reach up and run a hand through Ritsu's hair, too.]

Why would I compare the two of you? You mentioned him. Note that I didn't.

[He runs his fingers to the back of Ritsu's hair and gently tugs at the dark strands there.]

I don't have any reason to stir you up in any negative sort of way. You offered assistance, and I'm accepting it. It just may not go as far as you'd like, unless you're rather convincing.