[It is really telling that Varian drinks down the potion with no questions ask. It's nothing harmful, just a simple potion to keep lube from being a continuing issue for... however long this heat cycle lasts.

But oh... he can see that worry. He'll swallow, deciding it's probably important to reassure him.]

I'll be okay, don't worry. [He reassures him, gently] What you're feeling right now is a heat cycle. It can happen when you have a partner nearby during a full moon. But it's perfectly normal.

If you'd prefer to be alone tonight, I can leave but... [He'll blush a little, feeling heated] If you're willing, I really want to mate with you.