He hadn't exactly needed Peter's permission or approval to seek out a relationship, but somehow it was relieving that he had it. Tony was in it for the long haul with Pete, and he knew it, didn't even think twice about having him for as long as it took Peter to fly the coop and be on his own. But it was obvious to Tony that their lives were easier when they weren't arguing.

"Well. I still need you to go meet the delivery girl and also break apart my chopsticks. So, no. You're not in trouble."

After a moment of consideration, where Tony drew circles on his white blanket, he added, "Thank you. I mean, you went out of your way to vouch for me. Maybe it helped."