[Hmm, Anant made a misstep somewhere. They tilted their head in obvious thought, not all that ruffled by Rise's tone]

I see. You feel stable enough to survive on your own, both mentally and emotionally.

[They made a happy noise, pressing a hand against their mask]

Wonderful! That passion, that self-confidence! Mmhmm, I am imitating happiness. Congratulations on such stern foundations.