Edgard is certainly not used to people not liking Orlesians. He's only ever been around Orlesians. Although--

"I don't know that I like Orlesians much either, if I'm honest. Myself included. But thank you. Avoid people with too much facial expression, don't say anything stupid. The first, no problem. The second will be more difficult."

He holds up his cup. Cheers.