[Rude but not wrong as far as Alucard is concerned! Still, he rolls with it, taking the glass with him. For all that Gideon is flippant about the question, the real answer? That gets a thoughtful, quiet moment out of him.]

That's actually quite a romantic sentiment. [Alucard knows that is a spot where they can dwell, but Gideon may not be up for that level of sincerity. Responding to the second part first allows that little bit of grace to move on, if she's so inclined.] And for whatever it is worth, the feeling in the best friend category is absolutely mutual. Moreover, it is appreciated. I genuinely don't think I'd be handling this as well if I didn't have someone to lean o-- oh fine.

[He slides the glass right back over, an idea popping into his head.]

Do you want me to just ask for a second glass? Or to bring the bottle over? [He's definitely allowing that extra moment for Gideon to look away. Yup.]