[Frankly, what he was saying was fascinating, but... going off and asking questions about that probably wasn't the best idea. At the very least, there were other things to focus on.]

Elements? Like more than one? That's... wow, so you probably have a big head start on this already.

Oh! Well, if you're okay with it, or want the help, maybe I can show you stuff about technology in return for help with elemental magic? I'm... I don't want to end up not being able to control it and have something bad happen.