[He takes the other hand to shake it.

Karna lets out a gentle laugh.] Younger? How old were you expecting me to be? I like to hope being in my thirties would make me a respectable age at the very least.

[Despite his appearance, there was a certain warmth and gentleness from the taller man. He taps his chin in thought.]

I believe today would be suited to understand each other more. Or that we should consider what options we have for your independent study instead of actual work or research.