Simply a gift and dedication to the arts. [ He gestures lightly towards his head, but his hands are immediately clasped primly behind his back again once he's done ] I forget very little, so memorization comes easily to me. Luckily, this includes musical notes.
[ His explanation is simple, but asking further will get more than Elizabeth would probably expect or want... At least he admits it humbly, since it seems more of his interest is in Elizabeth and her enjoyment than stroking his own ego. In fact, her sincere thanks surprises him, and he shakes his head lightly as an expression of that surprise, but it's not meant to dismiss her thanks. ]
Why, you're very welcome, Elizabeth. That's quite high praise, so I must be careful to select a song that's suitable to receive it.
[ He considers that for a moment, but continues after a soft laugh. ]
Though there is the matter of moving it... I hope you don't mind waiting a few days. It's currently in my room, which is quite cramped with both the harpsichord and Mr. Auditore. I'll ask a friend of mine to help me move it somewhere more conducive to dancing.
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[ His explanation is simple, but asking further will get more than Elizabeth would probably expect or want... At least he admits it humbly, since it seems more of his interest is in Elizabeth and her enjoyment than stroking his own ego. In fact, her sincere thanks surprises him, and he shakes his head lightly as an expression of that surprise, but it's not meant to dismiss her thanks. ]
Why, you're very welcome, Elizabeth. That's quite high praise, so I must be careful to select a song that's suitable to receive it.
[ He considers that for a moment, but continues after a soft laugh. ]
Though there is the matter of moving it... I hope you don't mind waiting a few days. It's currently in my room, which is quite cramped with both the harpsichord and Mr. Auditore. I'll ask a friend of mine to help me move it somewhere more conducive to dancing.