So you assumed it in order to get information from him. I've done worse.

[He shrugs. He's a wizard by trade; being tricky is part of the job description. Helps occupational survival rates too. And now Naugus is meddling again, like the annoying old man he is. He strides over to approach this Razer person, reaching to poke or maybe even pinch at him with his crab claw.]

How can you even be here? Everyone who arrives is said to come through whatever magical facilities the Palace holds. This Ilana has the excuse of being a summoned spirit; not so for you.