He stops when they're in Dynames' shadow. Haro bounces away towards the cockpit. The bright white glow on top of the mech's head is possibly dozing and certainly out of earshot.

At least for a conversation as quiet as the one Neil is planning.

"Now, I'd say look me in the eye and tell me you're fine, but I don't like encouraging dishonesty in my friends."

He's still got his left hand on Steve's shoulder. Now he brings the other one up to match.

"God knows it's probably not any of my business, but I do care, Steve. If you ever need somebody to talk to..."

Neil would be glad to assume the wildly inappropriate in context role of big brother here!