[ He gives a nod, understanding and somber as that didn't sound easy, and he's not about to go pretending to know what that's like. ]

Well. For what it's worth, you wear them well.

[ It may be odd to say, especially with a subtle smile. ]

Seeing you survive so many hardships and be as strong as you are now. That takes guts and more. I admire that about you, you know. After today, I feel like I can follow you into any battle...

Even if I know if I piss you off, you'll finish what this guy couldn't.

[ He points at the scar by his collar bones, a remnant of a time someone tried to lob his head off ]