[There's the briefest pause on her end as well when she feels the surface of his skin on his human hand. Of course, there would be a difference she tells herself; don't act weird about it!

Easier said than done. Ai just keeps looking forward and then to her right and left.]

Um... Good thing the door isn't far away from where I am! [Some hair is brushed behind her ear, a nervous gesture. But to her credit, she doesn't let go of him.]

I don't think this is permanent if it makes you feel better.