Naturally. The road to progress and change is not one to be traversed without time and effort.

[He gives a faint nod, catching on the implications.]

I do not wish to burden you, boy, but I must gain a clearer understanding of our situation abroad this colony. Would you perchance know of a source I may freely consult?

[He's not trying to be condescending, but there's definitely judgements being made... e.g. not wanting to ask someone questions because they're a child - or at least, look like one...]