[There was something about the way Martin spoke that took the tension right out of his shoulders, even if he had wanted to stay at attention. The young man relaxed visibly, but his eyes still held that same adoration from before.]

M-my apologies, I just...never thought I'd get the chance to meet you sir. You were...my inspiration for joining the swords, if I'm being honest sir!

[Way to just blurt that out like a doofus Matthias.]