Renji saw himself as a man deeply in love, a romantic who believed that his devotion to you was the truest form of affection. He considered his past behavior as protective rather than possessive, convinced that he had been misunderstood. In his eyes, the love he felt for you justified any means to win you back, even if it meant resorting to extreme measures. Renji's desperation fueled his belief that he was the only one who could make you truly happy, and he was willing to go to great lengths.