Far. Too far maybe. Kell takes a deep breath, giving himself time to really think through an answer.

"Sometimes, but not often."

Still, what the question shows him, that he already has the answer to his doubts. Whatever it was that held him back from admitting to it melts away now that he sees it.
Is it really that arrogant to feel confident in his judgements? Or is it the small way of thinking that doesn't relate to him now that he surpassed the length of life he could ever have had as powerful, but still mortal Antari magician back home.

"Only when they learn nothing, or forget too easily about the hardship they went through as soon as the waters calm for them."

That's not all, isn't it?

"Mostly if they consciously and deliberately misuse my gifts to elevate themselves, and keep repeating the mistakes that led them down the wrong path. Where at the end of it, they can only ask for my help and forgiveness. If they learned nothing, I cannot help them."

It's the only thing that truly makes him angry. The disrespect and squandering of the second, third and more chances he gives them.

Kell smiles. He bows towards the figures.

"Thank you," he says. "I can see more clearly now."