Francis wasn't insulted, but he also wasn't welcomed. He had pushed himself and it was a terrible idea. He listened to the other and didn't lose his gentle smile. Edmund was being very kind, and he realized his mistake as he withdrew his hand.

"I find you incredibly handsome. Knowing nothing doesn't mean a thing, since you didn't go to school, you could. And I haven't seen this anger. But you've been through a lot and probably was around angry people. I think a soft and gentle approach could calm you."

"But you're right. You're very drunk and I shouldn't be hitting on you. We just met. I am sorry for taking advantage of you." He was almost as drunk, but the other didn't know how to handle it. He continued to smile gently, hoping Edmund knew the sincerity. "But I am happy to be your friend and hang out a lot if you are, and you are always welcome to take my arm. I am sorry for.." He seemed in thought. "Doing this. I am nothing to offer you as I have nothing but myself. I am lucky to be your friend and hope you don't hold it again me." He was right about how much fun and how nice Edmund was. None of his reasons to not like him meant a thing to Francis other than reminding him that Francis was the one not good enough.