"You're fixing everything I set down," he says while nodding at my hands, which are adjusting an elephant figurine. I realize I should be more careful, as I had started touching his belongings without invitation. I apologize, mentioning that it wasn’t polite of me to do so."
I quickly reassure him that he can touch anything of mine, trying to smooth over the awkward moment. He freezes and exhibits a strange expression, leaving me to understand that my words might have sounded different than intended, causing some confusion between us.