"He might not realize what he feels is what he feels yet. Sure, he's not subtle... pretty much ever. But sometimes he's really... I don't want to say dumb because he's really smart, but sometimes he's all... confused. About things."

I realize I am rambling somewhat, sort of sorting my thoughts out aloud rather than in my head where they belong.

I snort at her assessment of him, giving her hair a very gentle ruffle. "He is that, isn't he?"

I sigh, long and exaggerated. "Still, he's loyal. Respectful. He'd die for any one of us. And he's always wanted you to succeed. I noticed that much even just when we were still fighting the Gedoushu. He always tried to push you to better yourself. Which I know can be really annoying, but he's always had the best intentions."