[ tighnari would invite him to sit, but in all honesty this is better done standing, he thinks. he won't be taking enough blood to make mayoi feel faint, it'll be a little more comfortable this way - they can always sit after, if he likes. ]

All right. Well, there's no reason not to get on with it, then, but first -

[ he steps in nearer, and looks straight into his would-be novice's eyes. ]

You're sure about this? If you'd rather look for another Maker, and shop around a little, I won't be offended. I need to know you're sure.