[ Gosh, it's just so nice to talk to somebody and have them listen... most people fall asleep during his lectures, this is great. He still loves exposition. ]

I believe so. I'm afraid I cannot speak of the matter first-hand, as I do not personally make a habit of masking.

[ He shrugs again. It's such a small movement when you're as ramrod straight (but not, you know straight) as Xenk is. ]

Reading thoughts is far easier, in my opinion. Most project their thoughts without intending it, before they learn how to guard their minds.