Doc's a little embarrassed himself for being so forward.

"I...I shouldn't be so forward," he says softly, almost apologetic. "But I just can't..."

Can't help it. Can't keep quiet. She's absolutely radiant.

"I can't help but speak the truth," he murmurs quietly, ducking his head a little, but since he's taller all it does is put him a little bit closer to her.

There are some things he'll lie about, but this isn't one of them.