[ As a scholar at heart, Trahearne is always looking for ways to prove himself wrong. ]

Yes, of course! They're yours to borrow--you're even welcome to take them home with you.

[ Trahearne hands over the stack of books to Zhongli, and takes a step back. ]

You may be surprised by what experiences you've had at home turn out to be relevant. [ And someone of Zhongli's nature, he assumes, must have one or two things in the back of his mind. ] I hope what you read inspires you to share.