Shadowheart

[Well, he's unsure of what to think of being considered cute. He thought that was for girls and small animals but it pleases him all the same. There's a fondness for her as well but more than that, a feeling of trust. Which he hasn't felt for an adult before this place. He settles next to her.]

I don't understand it. Everyone goes through so much trouble to hide their feelings but for what? It seems like that only causes confusion and misunderstanding.