[Elias chuckles. Honestly she's such a simple creature to please. It's no wonder she's so very easy to manipulate.]

I'm glad you like it.

[He cuts into his own meat and enjoys a bite of it before continuing on.]

You are not the only one who has been labeled a monster for wanting to follow a dream, you know. People are cruel and rarely open their minds past their basic instincts. It's why I wished to extend my hand to you.