[Would you believe it's because he's seen Intensity unrepentantly making out with King in public and really admires that confidence? That sometimes he wonders what it's like to not give any fucks like that, and just do what he wants without being a scared baby about it? That he has a difficult time imagining Intensity getting his feelings hurt over friendly teasing and really wishes he had that kind of fortitude?]

Couldn't tell you.

Do you have any more questions about this before I change the subject forever?