[ Dorian can’t help a soft laugh at that. ] Then you haven’t met some of the older men that I’ve seen.

[ He once had his ass handed to him by a much older gentleman. ]

I think you might be overthinking it, though. Just because you look a bit older doesn’t mean you look old. You’re in your prime, still strong-bodied and full of energy, but having gained some a few years of experience and knowledge.