[Oh. He's not — upset by the statement, or its honesty. But it does surprise him, because it's not what he expected and he fears he may have led her on, at least in regard to who he is. What he's done.]
... You aren't aware of my capabilities. We've only just met.
[Yes, he may be unpracticed in what this place demands of its guests, but he understands that his past is heavier than he should put on anyone, especially her. Someone clearly brilliant and capable.]
Unless that is something you've intuited as well.
[She did uncover his name so effortlessly, after all — the Harmony's presence would be only another step, even if it appears more as an impression of light around him, softly thrumming. The call of a distant, harmonic chorus.]
Have you taken on disciples before? Are any of them here in this place, now?
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... You aren't aware of my capabilities. We've only just met.
[Yes, he may be unpracticed in what this place demands of its guests, but he understands that his past is heavier than he should put on anyone, especially her. Someone clearly brilliant and capable.]
Unless that is something you've intuited as well.
[She did uncover his name so effortlessly, after all — the Harmony's presence would be only another step, even if it appears more as an impression of light around him, softly thrumming. The call of a distant, harmonic chorus.]
Have you taken on disciples before? Are any of them here in this place, now?