[ He quickly shakes his head. ] I don't need Flamebringer at his best. I'm well aware of this, I'm sure you know. I've seen enough by now to make those observations on my own... but still, I care about you, anyway.

[ He'll pull Flamebringer down with him as he slides down the wall so they can both sit on the floor instead because 1) it's not comfortable to keep standing like this, and 2) he can make Flamebringer stop pinning him and simply coax him into his lap. You know, normal. ]

I won't hate you, but I'd get it if you hated me. I haven't exactly been good boyfriend material to you at all.