The Protector first answers with a low "Mmn" sound in the affirmative as he sips at his tea. He'll elaborate in a moment, but for now there's just the soft sound of him taking a careful sip of the nuclear-hot liquid.

"I have always preferred solitude." He answers as he lowers the mug, careful to not make it impact the plate on the table with much more than a soft 'clink'.

"It is simpler."