[ Though Albedo can't entirely agree, Kaeya's argument is sound and well thought-out; perhaps more than he would have expected, all told. Kaeya isn't exactly a slouch at work, so to speak, but he has a reputation for trying to get away with doing as little as possible. Albedo simply hadn't expected someone like that to be so, well...thoughtful.

But appearances can certainly be deceiving. He knows that better than most.

He could explain himself now, but somehow...he doesn't want to. It's not that he is ashamed of his origins or wishes to conceal them, but it seems out of place to bring them up right now, even if it's relevant. Like it would shift the tone of things too much, and tamper their debate.

Another sip of his wine as he flits through these thoughts, more generous this time. ]

I see...how interesting. This has admittedly long been a subject of interest to me, as an alchemist. I'm often left to wonder whether the things I create via alchemical transmutation are natural, when they are reformed from the parts of other naturally occurring things. By your logic, I would assume you would say yes, correct?