[Oh no. Him taking that seriously is vaguely... cute? Charming? He's not sure. Maybe he's delirious if he's thinking that. Or maybe he just likes earnest people.

He does take a seat, folding himself almost in half after a moment. He's a little lightheaded and he wants to center himself. His tone is softer now that he's not trying to bluster.]

I'm not the type to need great amounts of entertainment. I'm simple, really, though I do hope there's something worth reading in this place.

[But he does look up.]

As for owing or not owing... I'm unfortunately the sort to repay kindnesses.