[Admittedly, he hadn't really been thinking about it being too strong or cold, and the pause stretches for a moment or two longer before he shakes his head.]

Well, it's not up to me, I'd say. If you'd rather sit here because the tea won't get cold as fast then that's alright by me, but I thought maybe you'd want to, erm, be more comfortable. So...it's your choice if you'd prefer to stay or go.