Even without pupils and irises to read and follow, something in Lucien's gaze sharpens at the mention of archives. So the Archivist has something here? That piques his interest.

"You've an archive here? Well that is good to know, should I find myself in need of some light reading." Ignoring that the Archivist has just declined to allow him that access. "What are these statements, then? Why are they worth a trade for a glimpse at my book?"