"Because I'm a perpetual optimist. And I was trying to be nice to your dignity." Clark kept flying backwards to avoid a collision, trying to match Bruce's speed.

"I can walk by your side if it bothers you so much." And yet he was still hovering. Yeah, he'd force Bruce to ask if he wanted him down, because... well. Honestly? There wasn't much when it came to distractions in this place. Sue him.