[Lan Xichen seems oblivious to the blow off, smiling with a steady concern that is almost practiced, unsurprised by the stranger's denial of the whole thing.]

I admit that monster is not the kindest term in many places, but surely there is nothing so wrong with being one? We all have our strengths, whether we are human or Fae or other creature.

[What's wrong with being a monster? He does think this particular Mirrorbound looks more ideal and impressive than some, but he also doesn't necessarily think it's wrong to be other than human. And he's made it a bit of a personal mission to help others see that as well.]