That gets Glacius to dial himself back, deciding to try and switch tactics from seductive to transparently reassuring. The alien had been hoping to show Carlisle that he finds every aspect of him desirable, but perhaps reassurance of a different sort would work better with such a sensitive subject.

So he lifts his head when the clergyman lowers his eyes, tucking him up against his neck instead--one of their other interactions that is quickly becoming a staple. "You're not losing control, don't worry. It was actually... much easier to bring you around from it this time than I was expecting. And I promise that I will always be right here beside you to help you do just that. We'll find a way to manage this, Carlisle, as we have all things... I promise."