Aye, twelve thousand. Mine is a long tale, but to put it simply I have been quite dead for that many years. 'Twas only recently my soul was freed from the purgatory I found myself in, and only now that I could get some proper rest, but instead I have found myself here.

[He doesn't think he wants to go into Zodiark's summoning and the Sundering right now. Nor does he think that Finnick wants to go into his own death. So he just smiles.]

I believe in us, certainly. I'm glad I could make a friend so quickly! And one with a good head on his shoulders- I would have starved if left to my own devices I'm sure!

[He laughs a little, trying to lighten the mood again.]

I only hope we can find suitable accommodations for the night, as well.