[he can't understand this "optimism" thing man Poland just gets a flat look... but his expression eventually eases into something (reluctantly) accepting.]

...I suppose that is the exact sort of thinking that has won you so much favor and endeared you to so many. Some people seemed to think you were dim despite that, you know, but we knew better. Your struggle was admirable. I will believe, then, in a conclusion that will not leave any soured.