[ That's more red velvet than Rafa has seen in a good three hundred years. Such dubious fashion makes him uncertain, but there's no doubt of this man's charm. Perhaps he's from another time.

Or holding on to another time, maybe. He lifts his eyebrow, a smile threatening the edges of his mouth. ]

I found quills and ink got the job done with far less argument. Though, they were far slower, and I would not have had the pleasure of looking on you.

I suppose I can forgive a slight teething problem, when offered such innovation.