[She can't really fault anyone for wanting to understand magic when it's such a major part of this world.] You're welcome, [she answers by rote.

But she wrinkles her nose at the other part, not enjoying being referenced as "you humans". She's heard that way too many times in her life.] It's not a lie, it's just like, letting something go because the other thing is more important to you. Picking your battles. Does that analogy work better?