"If I wanted to, then I'd do it. You don't have to do it for me..." His tone was gentle, he was trying to understand and make sure that she understood him as well. "I know what's up with you. I know your situation. If I was worried about being hurt...well, I'd not be acting like this. I know what's up. I'm not blind. If you hurt me, then you hurt me. At least I've got to hang out with you, and I'm okay with that." His honesty was genuine, he only hoped she could see that.