On laughing AND crying in Revelations. Kind of voice testing?

[vendicarsi]

You misunderstand me, signora, I mean you no offense. It is simply... err, refreshing to see someone so honest with their feelings. [A brief bow of his head.] I am flattered, but perhaps this enthusiasm of yours is best placed elsewhere?

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No? [An amused chuckle. The mun is stubborn.] Va bene. As you wish, mondano. Lead the way.