He doesn't realize you're being moe and not coming down with a cold, rejoice that he hasn't realized yet. Hershel seemed appeased that Heiji took the water at least, so excellent.

"I understand. If he's mad then I'll cross that bridge when the time comes. I won't let him know you asked." No need to get Snake potentially mad at Heiji too.

And he glanced away, back to the plant. "I know. I don't plan on holding any grudges over it, no matter how much I disagree with some choices. That's exactly what Zero would want, I assume." Not that he won't be upset in some cases, but that's neither here nor there. "I never thought I'd miss Calhoun somewhat, I'll say that. At least he wasn't so... cold, I suppose."