He hesitates, which is something of an answer in itself. It's no surprise that she knows of his connection, but all the same, it isn't something he's accustomed to discussing aloud. (He is glad for their privacy, now.)

"Not so deeply as they might," he answers, choosing his words carefully. "I'm not a member of their inner circle, if that's what you mean. We have some common goals."

"May I ask, why the interest?"