[ It's about the answer he expected, and as such, Sebastian doesn't seem to be put off by the condition there at all. If anything, he seems perfectly gracious, smiling as he nods with clear appreciation. ]

I understand, and thank you for this much concession. I need not dig into anything that was not publicly available to begin with, nor will I be looking through the writings of fellow recruits... I wish to look through only those made by the instructors or otherwise. I felt theirs would be the best place to start.