[Fandaniel touches a glove to his lips.]

My apologies!

I am far too curious for my own good.

[He looks her over with renewed, focused interest.]

I have always been fascinated with other worlds, you see. I would look to the sky in my youth and wonder what people on distant stars lived for.

So...I mean no offense.

[With an elegant flourish, he bows forward slightly.]

I wish only to hear your words, share your feelings, and know your thoughts.

[Where did those words come from?

Someplace dark and long repressed. He pushes that thought aside for now.]

Tell me more about yourself. What is an Orion?