And indeed he does accept, and ask a great number of questions at that, at the end of which he makes certain to show his gratitude.

"My thanks for your lessons. I know not how long it would have taken me to understand it all without your guidance."

He pauses, taking a breath as he musters that small amount of courage needed to speak what is on his mind.

"I shall make attempt to contact you on a regular basis, even if only to give my greetings and to see how you are doing... though mayhap something of the happenings here would catch your interest?"