[He did not need the imagery that statement brought and didn't bother to hide his disgust at the thought.

At the request about the swords, he waved his hand in dismissal.]

Fine. Whatever. I'd prefer not to touch anything in this house if I don't have to. Just keep to yourself.

[A short pause before he frowned in curiosity.]

...what kind of magic? Are they related to your powers?

[His power was an 'umbrella', maybe this guy's was 'swords']