[ tighnari doesn't mind the talking. it helps to keep the young man focused, helps him to move away from his panic, to move through and unravel his thoughts. that was for the best, right now.

of course, tighnari can't help but notice how pointedly the gold court was left out, but.. that isn't something he's going to bring up. no prying when his conversation partner is still teetering on the borders of panic and fear. ]

Well, for what it's worth, you never know how well you may do at something until you attempt it, but you also know yourself better than I know you, and it sounds as if you've already given this a great deal of thought.

[ thoughtful, tighnari tilts his head. ]

I'm a teacher for the Silver Court, and I've yet to take a novice this season.