Caden dropped his head in a small bow of gratitude. "Well, I appreciate your confidence in me, and thank you for your generosity in being willing to teach me." He seemed to be struggling with a consideration as he looked between the pair on the couch. "You say you've been playing for sixteen years. Do you mind if I ask how old you are? You must have started when you were quite young."

Against Whisper, Asta stiffened slightly, her arm around the fox pulling against them with the gentlest of tugs as though to hold them closer in a protective response.
 
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