[He isn't completely oblivious that he's making the young man uncertain. So rather than remaining standing, he crouches down, to be less intimidating in size.]

I know you will train them up strong, I am sure you will become a champion. [He speaks with such sincerity that it's hard to even think he could be lying or exaggerating.]

Oh, thank you. He is very friendly. I've been thinking about naming him Mike. Do you know what you might name your friend? Or do you think you won't give them a name?