[It would seem that Conrad's idea of what it is to be selfish is from a more humane perspective than Kaname's. At least, that's what he gathers from what he knows of the man's character. But his character isn't enough to go by. He knows very little of his life, so he will take his word for it until he has the necessary experience to judge. He nods, still not liking the idea that he has a 'place'. He was never fond of hierarchies or caste systems, but there is an unequivocal difference between the power of a pureblood and that of a noble. History has made it very clear that vampires and humans both need guidance, lest they destroy themselves.]
Would you prefer that I keep my distance? [He moves away from him, far enough so that any effects he might have had should be minimal.] It would be troubling for you to feel something that you do not want.