[He lets out an apologetic chuckle at Scott's annoyed response. Not the type to talk about deeper issues, it seems. Most people his age aren't, Altius supposes.]

Was that too serious? [He lets out a breath like a sigh, looking back to his drink.] I'm having a hard time taking any of this lightly, I admit.

[Though a faint, friendly smile reminds on his face, it doesn't meet his eyes. The personality may be different, but that aspect of their meeting he'll confirm as true—and he's sure Scott can guess part of the why.]

Maybe you could tell me how you spend your time here?