One, it's a test. You affect a flamboyant, and deceptively prickly sort of 'self'...to see how people react to it, would be my best guess. Without knowing more about your world, I can't be sure of the complete purpose.
[He holds up a second finger.]
Two, you're deliberately keeping your distance. Given what you've said so far, I imagine it's better for you in the long run if you don't get too attached to people.