[ he takes a sip, and then-- ]

Oh, there isn't enough sugar in this!

[ time to load it down. ]

I don't taste anything bad, so I think you were right! It's fine. And it isn't too bad of a blend!

[ but it isn't a great one, either. Still. now they can both enjoy tea as they talk. as he adds sugar, he continues, ]

It doesn't feel right to not drink with you! And you already said it was fine, right?