Although this is also a recitation, it's one he sounds much more comfortable with. It's adequate, he supposes. He's not about to reveal anything that could be exploited as a weakness. Furthermore, Jean-Claude is not prone to talking about himself, however egotistical he can be, so he is genuinely curious how many of any ensuing questions he will choose to answer.
It is charming to see him so nervous. Jean-Claude idly plays with the empty glass in his hands, bringing it to his lap as he watches him. If he gets enjoyment here, it is in observing and learning about this odd man, not in divulging his own thoughts.
"Very well, Monsieur. How is this to work? Do you lead with your questions? I am unused to being the object of... academic interest."
He had been so low status for so long - centuries - Jean-Claude relishes his freedom and power immensely, even several years after he'd come into his own. He'd fought tooth and claw to keep it, and he knows better than not to savor it while he has it. But it is still recent enough that the only type of sycophants or admirers he's had to date have been purely for his looks, not his power or experiences.
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It is charming to see him so nervous. Jean-Claude idly plays with the empty glass in his hands, bringing it to his lap as he watches him. If he gets enjoyment here, it is in observing and learning about this odd man, not in divulging his own thoughts.
"Very well, Monsieur. How is this to work? Do you lead with your questions? I am unused to being the object of... academic interest."
He had been so low status for so long - centuries - Jean-Claude relishes his freedom and power immensely, even several years after he'd come into his own. He'd fought tooth and claw to keep it, and he knows better than not to savor it while he has it. But it is still recent enough that the only type of sycophants or admirers he's had to date have been purely for his looks, not his power or experiences.