Of course, it was just a passing thought.
Vaan knew the real reason why the Dunean Warrior persistently followed him and repeatedly challenged him despite his unwillingness to satisfy the person's wish – the person was hopeful he would eventually give into his stubbornness.
This hope was derived from the conclusion that Vaan was only heavy-handed against those who challenged him with ill motives.
Since the Dunean Warrior purely sought self-improvement by challenging a stronger opponent, he only suffered bruises and small cuts despite getting hurled half a dozen times. His bones and muscles remained undamaged, let alone his inner organs.
Through these recurring exchanges, Vaan gradually learned the Dunean Warrior's name – Jihaad Falahan.
Jihaad Falahan was a thirty-year-old Dunean with a tanned complexion, deep crimson-red hair, and a large shredded body, containing the power of a Peak-level Rank 2 Body Refiner and Peak-stage Aura Master within.