( Asriel glances at the table behind him, expression darkening for a moment before his attention goes back to Basil. He... gets it. He knows what it's like to feel afraid of the unknown. )

It's Asriel. It's nice to meet you.

( They may not have a chance to leave if they don't get a fortune for Basil. )

... Do you want me to get your fortune for you? It can be scary when someone else might know your future, but... you don't have to read it alone.