Many details about the fellow will catch her slightly off guard, she didn't expect him to be so...blunt. It was a rarity outside of her family or other eccentric mages. He reminded her slightly of Cassandra and other relatives with a mix of Livi.

...it still stings to think about...

With an almost forced grin, Nike will shake a finger, "Just because you don't specialize in superhuman strength or stamina, doesn't mean you can just shrug off your true talents. I believe you when you mention your intelligence!" Now if it can be considered super-human, that is for the other individual to decide more than anything else, but for the time being, "Family can be anyone you consider to be. There's nothing wrong with anything you just said. Genetics can play certain factors, but only you can decide on the type of person you want to be. I mean, one can adopt our ancestor's appearance, but not personality or interests. Hearts and souls aren't created to be predictable, just cause someone who lived before you." Why did it sound she was speaking from experience?

With that said, Nike will add, "I like you! It's so refreshing to meet someone so honest. What's your name?"