He doesn't shout in an argument. Instead, he uses a cool, calm politeness that puts his opponent on edge. With close friends, he can be gentle and talkative. In new company, he'd rather observe silently from the sidelines, analyzing his surroundings. He is markedly polite with strangers, maintaining proper deference. He addresses elders formally and naturally, never coming across as sycophantic. With peers and mere acquaintances, he keeps to himself, yet without any hint of snobbery. With close friends, he becomes surprisingly tactile and warm. He might quietly tease, gently poke fun at their follies, but always listens attentively. Jean is that kind of friend who will silently hand you a tissue if you're crying, or bring hot tea, noticing you're cold. Instead of hanging out in the yard until late at night, he would prefer to sit in a coffee shop, listen to music with headphones, or take a stroll in the park, or just stay at home. His speech is correct, without coarse slang or profanity (he uses it very rarely, only to emphasize his accent). With close friends, he can be soft-spoken and talkative. He has a strong French accent.
