[ mort considers that perhaps if he truly had a mentor in his life, he would have heard that phrase more often. being praised like this was definitely different, and yet he doesn't consider it so bad.

he can tell it is a statement that is well-intentioned, and beyond that, she seems genuine in her desire to assist him. also another foreign feeling, but he decides not to place too much stock into it. especially, when she...

asks for a opening line. opening line... he seems to mull over this before: ] My name is Mortelix, but you... You can call me Mort. [ his poor greeting aside— he reaches over musashi here and gently opens the drink menu in front of her. ]

What type of drinks do you tend to favor? Perhaps, I could help you decide.