[Give it time, Rean. He'll be sure to spell it out for you when he realizes you're the self-sacrificing type.]

If he's willing to go so far that he would sacrifice himself for those in his care, I believe we should try to prevent that from being a necessity.

[The words "I can't split-- you're my best lackey!" play across his memory, at once affirming his convictions and making him feel a bit lonely.]

...Such a person is worthy of protection.