[ There's a lot to parse in a short space of time and Tyler tries not to look this bambi on ice about anything. The result is him rubbing a hand across his forehead as he looks down at the ground and tries to pull his shit together.

Where to even start? ]

I have so many questions.

[ Ones that he's actually feeling okay about asking since nothing he's asked yet has gotten him kicked out. ]

All the stories I heard of elves were definitely not like that. Elves are usually described like... haughty? Kind of aloof. Probably vegetarian, I don't know.

You seemed surprised my world has clearly separated animals and humans? Yours doesn't?

[ This is where Tyler's expression seems to break free of anxiety and brightens considerably. ]