I don't plan to condescend to the natives about the need for nuance in the way they talk about their lives, don't worry. I'm fairly invested in avoiding the kind of censure that would earn me.

[ which doesn't mean she doesn't believe it. just that she won't say it. ]

Well, I can promise you I at least would be thrilled to hear more about your magical escapades. They sound fascinating!

[ rip to mobius but she's different. ]