A shudder runs through his body as the other man paractically purrs. His sheepish smile shifts into a thoughtful smirk as he begins thinking about what Illiendi is saying. [i]'If we can run it with three people, I guess the less people the better. I mean, it's less money spent and more in the pockets for other things. A cabin boy would be our third person, but that would also mean that Illiendi intends to work the ship too'[/i] Rolling his eyes internally he shakes his head ever so slightly. [i]'I should not assume, I should ask, he's to be teaching me, and asking questions is the best way to learn'[/i] He nods when he mentions making an announcement about his leaving. “Makes sense. . .” He murmurs. [i]'A lot of the great explorers were not famous until they returned from their explorations, and the more people hear of them. . .'[/i] 

Illiendi begins speaking again and Amano focuses on what he saying. Bringing his cup up for another sip he almost coughs when the man calls him 'Master'. A firm flush sets up in his cheeks and he looks Illiendi in the eyes. “So odd, I've grown up being called 'Young Master' and the like, but when you say that it feels completely different. . .” He stares for a few seconds before he realizes what he's doing and looks away. In an attempt to cover up his obviously flustered mind he coughs to call the attention of the server and points at his near empty cup. Keeping his eyes anywhere but on his companion he says, “I get another allowance in two days, so we should leave some time soon after that. I can pull out what I have saved thus far and you can take what you need.” He glances at Illiendi before looking away again. 

“I would like to watch you work for a bit. I learn faster if I can see other people do something first, and if I am to be a businessman there's a lot I can learn by watch even so simple a task as haggling and negotiation.” Realizing he's rambling he smiles as the server drops off a fresh steaming cup and scoops up the old one. “A cabin boy, yes. . .And then we would need just two more? Or are we going to work the ship, because if that's the case I may want to start training now.” Looking back to Illiendi he smiles. “I have a blade at home, a rapier, and a small dagger. I am proficient with both. There was nothing else to do after classes, and all my brothers kinda had it in for me, so about four years ago I took up weapons training.” 

Picking up the hot cup he blows gently on the fragrant drink before taking a small sip. “I don't have much to bring with me save for clothes, the trinkets, and my sketch pad.” His smile turns sad. “Not much I value in this world. I know it sounds conceited, but as long as I have me I'm content with not having much.” Puffing up slightly he adds, “But while I would trade my life for nothing in this world, a close second in value is the chance to be better than what anyone ever thought I would be!” After that little declarative he shrinks right back down and ducks his head. [i]'Man, that must have sounded stupid. I sounded like a kid there, I just know it. I need to stop being so childish'[/i] Bringing his cup back p he takes another sip.