[ Oh. That bouquet is... unfortunately, it's gaudy in his opinion. It's one he thinks Aventurine would pick to present to him if only for a laugh, but that is something Ratio would never pick for Aventurine. He shakes his head, cheeks slightly red. ]

No. I'd... prefer something more subtle and elegant.

[ There are honestly far too many beautiful flowers and he is not well versed enough in flower arrangement to pick a combination that would look good. At least, not in an hour, which is the amount of time he's given himself to complete this task. He looks at Ereshkigal, a small frown on his face. ]

I'd like to see the kind of arrangement you'd recommend, and consider modifications from there. The general message is, ah... [ The flush on his face deepens and he averts his eyes. ] ...so long as it conveys deep and enduring affection, it should suffice. It need not include Azaleas if you cannot find a way to fit them in.