Marie also does not appear to be frightened by Stein's Madness or commonly disturbing hobbies and sadistic personality. Marie is also very comfortable with Stein, even seeing the usually avoided man as a shoulder to cry on. When the two were still attending the Academy, Stein somehow became Marie's first love. This was not through a relationship, rather, an untold love by Marie. Apparently, the two never got any closer than how they currently are, but it has been suggested, and even stated in general, that Marie may still have some romantic feelings for Stein. Although Marie denies still seeing Stein romantically, she does show an extra form of care for him.