A whole week? Heathcliff sets his cup aside and presses his hand to his chest to show just how moved he is. Then he laughs and shakes his head, beginning to protest, "Nah. Just cause you don't say it that doesn't mean you don't say it, you know?" This makes more sense in his head than he's currently able to articulate and the idea that Fern's actions (even the non-violent ones) have never left him wondering if she's interested or if she cares is perfectly clear. "I mean. Even if you are totally cute when you're competitive."