[ He'll let the first question drop, seeing as she moved past it, and as far as he could tell his words spoke for themselves. ]

Perhaps not. Though, one can claim that there's a balance to be obtained from holding any semblance of selfishness so that you're not selfless to your own detriment.

[ Nevertheless, despite his harsh words, he didn't look upon her with disdain, and he wondered vaguely what she had to inquire from him. ]

I'll allow you your question.