Jack waves a hand, dismissive of his own accomplishments. It's something he's actually proud of, and for that reason he's reluctant to brag about it too much, lest his ego take a blow. He appreciates the parallel with Aimery's own experience, however, and the lack of remorse over the hostel surprises him.

"No? Not for you anymore, hm." He doesn't believe that for a second, but he remembers what being snatched up from Bete Noire was like, being suddenly deprived of everything he'd accomplished, and he's kind enough not to linger on that subject. "What kind of job offer?"