[Lorenz would be shocked to learn just how badly Olivine is doing, considering pretending he's fine has been his life for... far too long, actually. but that he just shakes his head over, giggling.]

Please don't misunderstand. I'm aware of the difficulty of what I did, as you're correct—magic is a broad and winding thing, one that takes years to master. I have the essence to spare that I had a... slightly easier time, but there are many things I never learned, and I never may. I'm simply still bewildered that my professor thought so highly of me as to ask.

[he glances to the machines as they work away, surprisingly quiet for all they're doing.]

I do enjoy it, though. It's rewarding, like helping children to read or providing assistance to those in need.