"Granted, I don't have all the knowledge of what Circle life is like, but I do sort of enjoy my freedom above the scrutiny of choices being made for me. But I suppose that's just my silly little apostate opinion, hm?" It's spoken jovially; it's clear that this mage comprehends all of that. It seems sensible to him.

"It's about all one can do, hope that the future will improve. But I guess we'll just have to start with dealing with this Corypheus business first. Fun."

The hand is taken with a light grip. "I go by Twisted Fate. A pleasure, Detlef."