[ The way by which this is 'blurted out' makes Emet-Selch pay particular attention. They had not broached that topic and were not discussing Godsblood at all. It meant these words are significant to him, even if the tone seems somewhat tempered. Shock, maybe?

His voice turns quieter to match.]

I had heard as much.

[ Howl had been enlisted in an army. Learned magic for the sake of war. If this was commonplace for him then he would not even pay attention to it. It makes him wonder... is this the first time he's 'killed' someone? Or something more. ]

What are your thoughts on the matter, Howl?