[The gesture catches him off guard, and he tilts his head for a few moments, trying to figure it out. His concept of propriety is admittedly still something that he needs to work on, but when he realizes that such a familiar gesture would likely have been interpreted as improper, he can only smile softly in acknowledgment.

He certainly wouldn't have been offended himself, but he appreciates that someone else is keeping proper behavior in mind. He stands up a bit straighter himself, in fact.]

It's nice to meet you as well, Lavi. You'll be one of the first members of that club, I'm sure.

[But wait, he has a sudden thought, and can't resist asking an honest question. He glances around, then lowers his voice, just in case.]

Although... are Killjoys even allowed to join fanclubs? Isn't that against the rules?