I really appreciate it, Hunk. Both you and Allura.

[He listens wide eyed and intently as his friend gives him valuable advice, following along by holding up his own fingers and counting down on them as he repeats him.]

Be careful but not to the point of paranoia-

[That's... something he'll need to work on.]

Be respectful and be genuine, then be romantic if the moment is right.... I... I think I can manage that.

[It's what he's been doing with his interactions with Shy so far.

But there is another thing that pops into his mind that he hadn't thought of before. Marik lowers his fingers and looks up at Hunk.]

... Fluttershy isn't fond of scary and gruesome things. What do I do... when she starts learning more about me and... my past?