The fact that Alyx used his name was not lost on him and he looked up at him.  There was not much difference in age and many could probably have mistaken them as brothers with their build being so similar.  he forced a small smile and the acceptance and determination in Alyx's eyes.  "Thank you Alyx..." he said sincerely, "She could not have asked for a better brother either...you are a good man despite your prickly personality at first."