Oh, absolutely. It is the very normal sort of human concern, though.

[ They've already established that they're both fucking weirdo non-humans, so there's no need to even bother with the pretense. Even so, Sebastian offers his hand with the lightest of bows to fit the convention of the gallant dance partner as he continues to speak. ]

I was simply controversial because it was a bit improper for a gentleman and a lady to be so close to each other other without being wed. [ With the tone on "improper", it's clear it's not a view he holds, but that's not surprising... ] Which of course made it very popular in turn. There is nothing so delicious as the lightest of scandals.