[That feels honest. Alexio hums thoughtfully. Such a thing had never occurred to him. Markos never conceals his eyes, though the damage is clear and will never heal. But then, these 'sun glasses' have never been offered to him.]

Markos was born blind. But, the gods are generous. He is a good son.

[Alexio nods. Markos is adopted like the rest of his children, but that hardly matters.]

Ah, but I am being rude, no? My name is Alexio.