I guess... not anymore. I mean, I used to feel that way, but...

[Kieran pauses a bit, and a thoughtful expression crosses his face. He keeps walking, but he turns his gaze away from Della for a moment.]

Well, before comin' here, I used to be real shy, an' didn't feel comfortable talkin' to anyone. The only thing I felt I was any good at was Pokemon battlin', but even then others would beat me easy. Back then, all I wanted to do was get strong enough for others to be able to rely on me, rather'n me relyin' on others so much.