"I give you my word, I merely ask for my own amusement. No ill will can come from a sincere answer." Maxwell inclined their head in a bow to sell the exchange. And truly, all they wanted was to know 'wise beyond years' meant. As wiser than twelve, and wiser than twenty were equally likely with their current appearance.

Ahh, yes, she didn't seem to be playing the game to the degree Maxwell was, merely enjoying the experience. Nothing wrong with that, but it explained the difference in their actions. "Truly, this mask will come off with the end of the night. This has been a fun game, but it isn't one I wish to play every day."

"However," They couldn't leave it with the half-truth, as it did go deeper than just a yes or no. Maxwell was a mask meant to be fun. Wear a mix of confidence and boldness they never found in themselves, except they did wear them well, "some aspects of it might work their way into my real face. I came into tonight with things I might have wished for, and didn't realize how well they suited me until I wore them. If that makes sense."