[ He smiles, more a quirk than anything like happiness. Something to try and the edge off this conversation. It didn't work, but for both their sakes, he was attempting it. ]

We both know that's not true. It's alright. I don't need consolation about what I am. [ or he might, later, at another date. ]

I just do not wish to deceive you, you have been good to me. [ somewhat unexpectedly. ]