Sixteen. [As if it makes a difference.] 'Tis the path I chose for myself. [Because the noble path of a squire was anything but... Ramza feels his heart sink a little, just pondering that tiny thought. No. You're currently getting information, Ramza! This is no time to ponder what happened at home.
He does nod, though. A 'noble' one like him is a sir.] That is right - somebody must take that job. Or else accidents could happen, in any land.