[Which he can tell, which is just as well, as he hugs him tight a moment but slowly gentles his hold, brushing one hand up his back and cupping the back of his head gently, keeping him close but pulling back after a moment, if only to keep him from getting too awkward about it all]
[Smiles at him, though]
It's the same for me. [He never doubts either of you have his back.]