Oh. Half-turned back for the purpose of easy farewell, Richard turns fully back to her face in the frame. Such cheekbones.

“Thank you,” he tells her, earnest in his appreciation. Also, whiskey makes a brief appearance for him to hazard a mild (and slightly wary):

“I’m gay.”

In case that wasn’t clear. Helpful information for her to have, and a handy reminder for him in this moment, also.