[Using his own blood as a method of payment is certainly new, but it's nothing he has hesitations about—with his own healing magic, it would hardly make a difference. He just wants to make sure he's getting something worthwhile out of it.

He watches Octavian's attention shift. His mannerisms may be odd, but that doesn't mean Altius can't learn how to read him.]

Share your alchemical knowledge. Specifically regarding whatever related equipment you might suggest—but my preference would be more generally. Whether you'd individually teach a member of my staff or provide a list of materials, I'd leave up to you.