That explains a lot. Which also meant that he probably should not pry - but as someone who had watched over the land in his time, assisting with keeping the peace of Western Japan - he cannot help but feel that he would be entitled to know about it as well.

But no matter. It probably was not relevant during his time, and in his current state that knowledge would be worthless. He cannot go back, after all.

"I see." He inclines his head slightly, looking thoughtful. "Your task has been done well, then. The land is at peace, even after our time." Again, time traveling and reading shenanigans. "Our people are lucky to have you."

He says this with little shame. It is the truth, after all.