"That sort of thing leaves an imprint on a person. The green remembers those who it likes." At the mention of Zero seed he can only assume it's an artifact important to his world's green.

This makes him an ally. When he discusses being a linguist and historian he nods, and the notion of a librarian makes him nod. It's amazing what I'm taking in stride.

"And you keep it safe from other human beings and beings that would use it against us?"

He pauses, "Against the green. Use against the green."