Well, I never said anything about not trying. [His mouth quirks up a little.] But I will say that your work certainly is cut out for you. Those people. I don't think the masses are so terrible, but that they have been lead to believe something. Influenced. [Obviously, there are resistance members. But he can see why the majority would be of the mindset they were given the heavy handed way of convincing people that the cruel way of thinking is the right way.

The lengths that had been made for him to get re-educated-

He doesn't startle when he feels Hiccup's hand over his own, but the other can probably feel the way he completely tenses up. He relaxes a smidge and places his cup down.] I have told you that wizards and witches have gone underground. Well, purebloods are unhappy by this. They truly believe it is their birthright to be superior. Many think of themselves as better. Purity of blood is very important.

Now- [He finds himself struggling to talk about the recent events of his life.] I suppose I wasn't completely honest of how I was feeling when you assisted me with the pygmy jacks. It's been a troubling month.