He feels, briefly, like he's walked into something.

But then, it could be worse. At least she is kind and gentle, and that's something he'll happily walk beside. As to his bloodline... well, that would be a conversation to have.

"... Mm. Another day, yes." Quietly, he shifts his weight, inclining his head without interrupting her headpets. "I'm not all that complicated, personally. Just someone going through his life, same as anyone else... but if you want to speak about it later, then I will agree to chat at another time." Pausing, he regards her for a moment. "I'll not keep you, either, if there are any obligations you need to keep."