It takes him a little while to dissect the words to a point where he can understand the meaning behind them. This is the sort of thing that would drive others of his kind to pitch a fit and cause a ruckus, but he's still trying to learn more. He can put aside his pride (for a little while) to figure out the puzzle of the winged girl. Eventually, he understands.

"... There are multiple versions of your mother? And your father?"