[ Far from being offended, Grace seems mildly amused by the question. She shakes her head without ever really looking away from him. ]

If a thing moves and breathes and thinks, isn't that enough to live? [ It's not just philosophy. Living in Sigil does give one an unusual perspective on some things and she's curious what his thoughts are.

But just in case he does want to change the subject more firmly, she smiles. ]

He was, when I knew him. He tried very hard to be.