She did not expect that answer.

She had thought that he had not cared about his identity.

His answer was unequivocal and certainly firm.

He could not accept that he was not the real Elliot Foster!

She would keep it a secret for him.

"Elliot, I was only joking." She smiled to reestablish the easy-going atmosphere.

"I think your joke is quite interesting," he said, humoring her. "Let me explain why I won't accept your theory."

Since he wanted to delve into the topic, she was all ears.

"