[ As Amelia gives her name, it occurs to him that he had not even thought to give his own. This has happened several times since his abrupt relocation, and at last he realizes why: he is used to most people, even if he is meeting them for the first time, already knowing who he is. He inclines his head in return, though his introduction is slightly stilted. ]

Ah, yes. I am Essek.

[ Omitting his title and den name feels like stripping away parts of himself, though perhaps it is best to become used to it now. Back in Exandria it is all but certain that neither will be his for much longer. ]

You may add one more wizard to that count, at least. And you have my thanks, Amelia, for your help and your candor.