[Quiet for a moment before cracking an eye open to peek at Zoro, a small smile working its way onto his face.]

You're not bad at it. Could be worse. Could still be the you from a year ago. Compared to that guy, you're way improved. You've learned a lot, right?

[In terms of emotions and shit, at least.]

...Anyway, the feeling is mutual. [Turns his head a little more, looking at Zoro fully now.] You know that, right?