[ poor thing. Maybe he shouldn't have told him -- but no, then things would have just been worse later. Possibly with someone less understanding than himself. Subject aside, that face Ciel is making is adorable, so Zara can't help but give in. He smiles, one eyebrow raised. ]

Understood. [ not that he has anyone to tell, anyway... he lets a moment pass, then continues, expression somewhat apologetic. ] ... This is a terrible first meeting, but I wonder if I could ask you something. Do you know this place well? This... world.

[ which still sounds strange, but seems like the best term he can use. ]