Too many people are like that, it's true. It's true here as much as anywhere, I'll admit that.

[ Still, by the sounds of things, it doesn't put him off. Why should it? Aro isn't a stranger to being unwelcome. ]

I understand, though. You want to know them better than they'll know you. That's wise. Probably a lot wiser than I am, honestly. I'm glad you've been able to settle somewhat here.