You are correct.  Ranma has just done the hardest thing of his life.
Admitted loving Akane.  She howeever uses words that leave her feelings
in doubt.  Given Ranma's insecurity about Akane's feelings towards him
he would be able to launch one hell of a depression blast.  

Brad

"Someones been eating my porridge." Said Akane Bear.  

"Good, now can we go bury him?" replied Ranma Bear.