[ shylock shrugs, even though matoba can't see it. ]

He's a wizard from Central Country. The wizards who are born there are natural diplomats, known for having exceptional leadership skills. They usually have a strong sense of justice and would do anything to for their allies, no matter what.

Cain may be a little disheartened right now, but he's always been able to bounce back. After all, he has been living with that affliction for quite a while now. He might even attempt to befriend you again despite what happened earlier.

[ there's a smile in his voice now. centrals are cute, what can he say. ]