He gets a sharp, pleased smile in return at the flattery, mug held carefully between the cage of his fingers as he listens to Jacob with interest. It's a curious way of talking about a place you're fond of, but then again, Mount Qingya holds it's beauty despite all of the dark places that reside within.

"I wonder why those in charge bring so many different people from so many different places. Not that I will complain about that, I have always been a fan of learning, and the world is wider than any of us could possibly know. It's a good to discover more, such as you can."

Another sip, tipping his head a little. "Have you been there your entire life?"