[Ignis wonders just how many similarities he might be able to draw between himself and this man, should they continue to converse. 'Honour and duty' sounds so much like something that could easily come out of his own mouth that it almost gives him pause.]

I have spent my entire life in service to the royal family. [He replies, not quite so impassive, but certainly with a hint of pride.] It would be difficult for me to think nothing of choosing to ease King Regis' pain, when you had no obligation to do so.

[What lingering poor impression he might have had of Carlisle is being quite handily wiped clear, just as he hoped it would be by managing to talk to the man outside of an active combat situation.]

I'm glad he could pass his time here in relative comfort. He... deserved that.