[It's been awhile since anyone was so pleased to hear about his alchemy, so forgive him for being a little excited about it.]

It really was great having it. It's the thing I miss most about Amestris, but it's not something I'm constantly mourning over, you know? I'm really glad that I'm here, so given the choice, I'd definitely stay here.

[...That was kind of awkward, but he tried!!

Anyway, back to the more important thing: was that a challenge, because that sure as hell sounded like a challenge!]

You sound pretty confident, you really think you can beat me?