[Bruce definitely needs to work on learning how to rely on others, and he also understands having to make light of things no matter how deathly serious they are. He realizes that five years for Ender has to mean he was isolated from an incredibly young age, and it saddens him, though he doesn't remark on it. He's never thought that bringing up problems would get them solved.]

I'm probably not the best candidate for helping with either of those. [And there's his dry self-mocking there, and a small smile.] I... admire how determined you are to work on it. And open.

If I can do anything, then. I will. [It's quietly stated, no fanfare at all, but Bruce means it, sincerely.] Just let me know.