It's hard to find anyone who isn't obnoxious.

[ Aside from present company, of course. Xie Lian purses his lips, wondering if he should mention something, then deciding he may as well: Alhaitham must find him somewhat attractive to tolerate him, after all. ]

Do you think I'm a lot? Or rather ... do I come off as unappealing for any particular reasons?

[ His issue has nothing to do with the other man, asking him calmly and thoughtfully. This is something Xie Lian has been wondering. ]