He nods and switches languages. It was a benefit of being this old, watching life develop, he knew most of the languages in his universe; humanoid and animal, even some plants. Turning to the Japanese sign from his universe, which may or may not be exactly the same he starts over.

"I can hear but not speak. I asked what the child was like to offer advice." The signs come slower than usual but it's the nature of this angel, but that is merely an extension of the calm around him.