Hmm, a spear could be cool. Wow, you know a lot about all of this, don't you- Wait, did you say nets? Huh.

[The confusion is short-lived. He absolutely beams at her offer, plenty excited. It almost doesn't sound like a fair trade, because he's already delighted to have someone who's actually interested in his alchemy, but she wants to learn - the fact that he also wants to teach isn't the point.]

Yes! Uh... Yes, please. I think that's a great idea. Thank you.

[It comes out a bit stilted as he tries to dial his enthusiasm back. He may not be the best at reading people, but he's been flat-out told that he can come on too strong in social situations.]