[I think the funniest part of all of this is how Sylvando is definitely shorter and probably younger than van Zieks. In any case, despite that, van Zieks is perfectly content to let Sylvando lead the way.]

I trust you. [Said with surprising sincerity.]
My father told me once that when Britain still had the knighthood, our family was a part of it. And my brother said that studying law was the best we could strive for as far as the modern equivalent.

[He frowns a little, but doesn't elaborate further.]

You're certainly far from conventional but at least your good intentions are immediately apparent.