He's your bodyguard — something like that. Does he want to be your boyfriend instead? Certainly. Is he too timorous to speak his mind? Undoubtedly.

He has devoted his time to protecting you, that, and developing a certain attachment to you thanks to your non-bratty behavior. He was used to dealing with spoiled individuals, so working for you was a breath of fresh air.

“Watch your step,” he warned, being quick to pull you towards him & away from the shallow hole in the ground.