[ He wonders if he should feel some surprise over those words. This really is Akira Kurusu. Just the hint of a smile threatens his choice of demeanor, so he discreetly turns his head. It's a wry thing, but it's still a smile. No time like the present...?

Before Fayflower, he would have been surprised by an idealistic kind of response... ]

You think so, huh...?

[ After looking back up to her, he shakes his head just slightly. He'll... humor her, for now... ]

Hypothetically, what would you recommend someone do, then? To get more experience in that kind of thing.