[He recognizes the move. Soldier. They had many soldiers in his time as a teacher, as a guardian. They were in some ways well suited to the Nest, used to being a part of something bigger. Used to giving up parts of themselves. Accustomed to sacrificing aspects of their core personality.

He didn't- approve, necessarily, but it often made his job easier.

Where he found problem was simple. They didn't understand that this was not an army. That the Hosts were not soldiers. That there was no war.

A difficult lesson to teach.]

In part. Caution is advisable. Analyze what it is you fear and find a way to combat it.

[He is still for another second, watching the boy.]

There is no shame in feeling, only in acting upon those feelings without thought.