"Even." The name is offered as a statement, as if Ansem were confirming what Elidibus already knows. But many reasons exist for the Ascian to be so assured. It was a name he heard shouted, one mentioned in conversation as 'present' at the time of the encounter. And then there was the intercom and the subsequent interest which drew Elidibus to the quiet carriage some time ago to see Ansem being aided back to his cabin. Easy enough.

"You are the first." Design? Happenstance? It is a bit of both in all honesty. Elidibus would have definitely desired to meet the King of Radiant Garden first so this fair and wise man Xehanort described would not have time to prepare. Or to be warned and protected by others.

Yes, this was the best possible outcome given what he knows.

"Will you explain to me about the concept of Darkness and Light from your world's view?"