[ he appreciates her heartfelt words. sometimes in the life of a servant, whether for better or worse, they often operated more as tools than beings with a will and desires of their own. he presumes, though, only a rather irresponsible master would forget that they also had their own imminent wants. regardless, the point stands, that it's kind of encouraging to have the fist person he lays eyes on in this place to be as kind and broad-minded as uta was.

a fact he makes sure not to forget. besides, being established partners in a place like this really did make him feel pretty good. besides, he figures for her to say all he did... he doesn't know for certain, sure, but he gets the feeling as someone who could understand the importance of any bond probably has gone through their fair share of hardships as well.

not, that he decides to focus on that. or maybe, it's more accurate to state she doesn't really allow him that luxury. ] Ah, you caught onto that, then?

You made me feel pretty relieved for a second there. [ not that there was any actual detriment to being called out. it's mostly a joke, or a way to relieve some tension. ] Hm, how do I say this? Back where I'm from, or what I'm used to, heroic spirits like me get summoned. [ he's about to say for war, but considering her averse reaction... ]

So I thought it wouldn't be far off to think of it as another life. [ not to mention the holy grail and its own enticements. ]