Shoto doesn't want these words in his head either, he has to live with the knowledge that they craft. The understanding of what they mean and the confusion that it takes the form of for him.

Shoto replays what was on there, looking down at the words. He's read it because it's important and he wants to dedicate his thoughts specifically on not seeing red over something he doesn't have to see red on. "I'm don't need you to excuse yourself. I told you a long time ago I wanted your honesty and you're giving that to me." Now, if he likes it or not? That's a whole other story. "Am I understanding right that you're saying you love everyone equally?"