The Observer in question is usually much more laconic than this. Or maybe he just seems laconic in comparison to Tony 'Loves The Sound Of His Own Voice' Stark. Still, it can't be argued that this is the most he's ever said at one time regarding anything to do with emotion.

"I have been told this, as well," he answers quietly. "But I do not yet know the criteria for deciding with whom it is considered appropriate to speak of such things."