At points he seems to be very friendly. At others it's like he's almost patronizing, like a noble speaking to a peasant. (SPOILER)Note his attitude when he hands Penelo the Nethecite and how quickly he snatches it back.

Given that there is at least 1 sequal confirmed maybe what we're seeing in the begining of a later relationship. 4 - 5 years a big difference as teens, but not so much when you're older.