[ he's not overthinking, and it's definitely a problem that needs to be sorted out.

sure, the people around them don't seem too fussed about the potion and all, but that's not really the case for her—or for the others who unwittingly got potion'd. even now, just holding his hand is uncomfortable as her mind tells her otherwise.

she too glances around, trying to check if anyone's suspicious, only to fail because all she can think of is: how can she show her affection towards others even more? what a dilemma right now. ]

Are you sure about that? What if someone tries to accost you with a hug?

[ you know, like a surprise tackle. because that's how some people express their love for acquaintances or friends, right? ]

Or forces you to hold their hand? [ like her. ]