I don't mean to suggest that you haven't—only that I understand as well.
[He notices the warmth, but reading others' emotions isn't one of his greatest skills, unless he knows someone very well, like Alfor or Honerva. Even then, he makes mistakes. And this small child who has suddenly become a young woman—he doesn't know her well at all.]
They're not my employer. They can look upon me as their benefactor, since I'm willing to assist.
[He isn't accepting payment, so this is more or less true.]
no subject
[He notices the warmth, but reading others' emotions isn't one of his greatest skills, unless he knows someone very well, like Alfor or Honerva. Even then, he makes mistakes. And this small child who has suddenly become a young woman—he doesn't know her well at all.]
They're not my employer. They can look upon me as their benefactor, since I'm willing to assist.
[He isn't accepting payment, so this is more or less true.]
You should come for a visit.
[He's not great at taking a hint, either.]