[It's a deflection rather than an answer. Old tactics. But it is a tactic, and that's worth taking note of. Honestly, Kirk has no idea what life was or would be like. He never really had to deal with being different, except in regards to who his father was, or in ways he deliberately cultivated.
Looking at this kid, hearing him talk, he can't help but wonder if that was sort of what it was like for Spock.
So he merely nods.]
Honestly, it sounds like death threats are closer to the norm around here. Is it just me or do the natives really not like us?
[A slight change of subject, acceptance and acknowledgement of the other party's evasive response. He'll give the kid a chance.]
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Looking at this kid, hearing him talk, he can't help but wonder if that was sort of what it was like for Spock.
So he merely nods.]
Honestly, it sounds like death threats are closer to the norm around here. Is it just me or do the natives really not like us?
[A slight change of subject, acceptance and acknowledgement of the other party's evasive response. He'll give the kid a chance.]