"Jan." Qarah tasted the name, short and succinct. It would remember. Worthless One was more of a title. "I shall. He inquired about your health." It decided not to reveal the fact that the part about training had already been let slip.

"That is useful," it said, surprised and pleased by how cooperative this human was. Perhaps he hated the Original. That could be encouraged. "We have access to water. If you are in need to maintain yourself, you may ask." It didn't extend the offer of food; Jan had not mentioned a difficulty there.

Its questions asked and its offer made, it turned to leave. Stating that it would return would be redundant.