[Oh yes, he can tell, and he's not sure if he should be worried about that or not, but it is such a pleasure to see him after so long that he can't help but smile as he feels his heart skip just once]

Would you believe me if I said that I missed you?

[He keeps his own voice soft as he reaches for Ivan's hand, then hesitates, recalling the recent laws that had been passed in this country. Arthur looks over his shoulder, frowns, then looks back]

Can I come in?