Hanneman & Gilbert B

Hanneman
Your face looks stiff as ever, Gilbert.

Gilbert
As I said before, I cannot change my nature.

Hanneman
Understood. And I suppose seeing you train with an expression of glee would be rather unsettling.

Hanneman
Still, you've finished for the day, yes? Would you join me for tea, and perhaps a chat?

Gilbert
Professor Hanneman, may I ask a question first?

Hanneman
Certainly. Ask away. I'll answer whatever is within my power to do so.

Gilbert
Why concern yourself with me?

Gilbert
I have no Crests. I am of no particular use to you.

Hanneman
Whatever are you talking about?

Hanneman
I don't speak to you out of some ulterior motive.

Hanneman
Certainly, I have previously approached others because of my research interests...

Hanneman
That is not the case here. I merely wish to get to know you.

Gilbert
You wish to know me?

Hanneman
Yes! It is not often I have the opportunity to find friends my own age, you see.

Gilbert
...

Hanneman
Well, regardless of how you feel, speaking for myself, I already consider you something of a friend.

Hanneman
You must have heard of my tenacity. It will prove easier if you accept my offer of friendship now!

Gilbert
Ha.

Hanneman
Was that a laugh? A rarity for you, Gilbert. Can I take that to mean we are friends indeed?

Gilbert
I see no reason not to be so.

Hanneman
Well, I am honored. Then, as a first step, I would like it if we could find a common interest.

Hanneman
A hobby to engage in. Something the younger folk would not appreciate, and may even be irritated by.

Gilbert
Haha, I look forward to it.

Hanneman
Another laugh! I must say we may make a better duo than I first expected.