> + Phrase or Mini-Sentence + / + /
would need to be remembered as a set phrase because it is a very common one. I means:
> "That is/proves (just) how much ~~~~."
Thus, the sentence in question means:
" ** _That is (just) how closely I was watching Kou._** "
Though there is not enough context provided, I would highly doubt that {} means "reserved, quiet, or solemn" here as you stated. I would think it is more like "slow" or "dull-witted".
Finally, regarding your translation of ....
I will not go into details as it is not part of your question, but you will need to learn not to use " ** _too_** " or " ** _also_** " in your translation every time you see because that is not what it always means. is an extremely nuanced particle.