With the thinking that Irahl is now doing, the bit of succulent leaves his mind as well, so they'll both be surprised when the fated moment finally comes.

In the meantime, he's enjoying his meal as well as he enjoys any protein-filled meal that doesn't come from a can (or a dispenser), and the unfamiliar ingredients give him something to focus on while enduring the discomfort of a conversation.

"Yeah," he first answers before sipping his drink. "Once I got back home, didn't think much would ever change again." So, yeah, both.