[He smiles. Hector seems to get it.] The good story is far more important. But I also like being around good people.

[Whether morally, or simply talented. He waves a hand towards his face, his cheeks warm. How many drinks has he had now? It's hard to say. He was certainly not counting.

Ooh! He perks up.] Really? You'd show me? My, that'd be wonderful. Consider it a date. I would love to see.

[At least he could count on Hector not ending up in a dungeon at some point... probably.]