[ Ah — eighteen. He hadn't wanted to outright ask her age, and is grateful that she provides it on her own; now he knows. Certainly, Kate is young, but not as young as he'd assumed; she's no child.

Embarrassment and shame linger, though it's a great relief that she's not offended, and even goes on to say that it had been nice. Edward can't help giving a small smile at that, head dipping again for a moment as he rubs his thumbs together. He truly is relieved..... ]

Thank you.

[ There's something startling (though interesting, if he were to allow himself to entertain it in that way) to the fact that such a title would be considered polite and proper to her. In his time, addressing a woman of her age by their first name at all is.... deeply improper; it's truly a testament to how different the future is.

Speaking of. Being asked outright what he should be referred to is certainly new, and goes against some social protocol, but he knows protocol is... different, now. It's all right to explain some things, Edward... you're not being rude.... ]

Ah, I suppose 'Lieutenant Little' would be the most typical. Or 'Mister Little', if you like.

[ Lt. or Mr. are both quite normal. Though... he hesitates, a bit worried that maybe those are too formal for what she's used to? He doesn't want to make things strange for her... ]

....Unless... 'Mister Edward' would be more comfortable for you?