Giovanni just smiled, not realizing the man was taking the opportunity to take in his scent. He kept the arm wrapped around Raikov, firm enough that it wouldn't leave a question as to the level of the fondness.
He saw Mac as a brother as well, true, but...he was very careful around the other Italian due to Mac's being a bit more sensitive about things. He didn't have to watch himself so closely with Ivan. He would have to keep his head about him with this 'lover' thing, and with his humour, though.