He can still definitely hear what a mess Joker is, and that still prods at him, in the back of his mind.

But he's pretty sure they could both use a break from talking about it all, if only a momentary one. So, after letting out an amused snort at the ear and jewelry bapping against his face, he twists to press his lips to the arch of Joker's cheekbone, right by the base of his ear.