Confusion reigns, but never indifference. Perhaps the Bearer cannot discern the Receiver’s feelings, and seeks to know more; or perhaps genuine confusion about their motives and character provides occasion for the gift. Whatever the reason, this is never an admission of defeat, and requests the Receiver to be clear and forthright.
Reply in like form is rarely the end of the story, but Receivers can accept the Bearer’s confusion with
I understand or an almost dismissive
Keep calm & carry on, indicate positive or romantic feelings with
I've never felt this way before, articulate troubled or negative emotions with
Is this the end? or
Despair, tease with
Better luck next time, promise for the future with
Patience, and make a potentially confusing situation clear with
Let's be friends,
You're not my type or a tempting
Kiss me, you fool!.