Michael
In spite of his best attempts, he couldn't help a short laugh at Mordred's example.
"Ah, my apologies," he said, not particularly meaning it, "That just reminded me of this one vampire hunter I met about a century back who boasted of that same tally. The part he didn't mention was that none of those were elders, and unfortunately for him, there was one nearby who was quite happy to show him the error of his ways. Well, they tried."
Well, if she thinks that of me, then let her keep that illusion. It'll make surprising her all the more enjoyable. All the same, perhaps this might turn out a bit more interesting than I thought.
"In any case, what was the most rigorous training you've undergone?" Michael said, letting it seem like he was regaining composure he hadn't truly lost in the first place, "I'd like to get an idea of how to pace your training under me."