"My uncle thinks it's unbecoming, but I think it's good to know how to fight. And you only get hit in the head if you're not good at it." Well that wasn't exactly true either, but he was particularly good at a good defense followed by a very good right hook.
"Alright, then I will refrain from asking." He held his hands and smiled. "What else? Do you like to dance? Any favorite school subject?"