[She goes still and calm, letting silence rest between them as she considers her answer. All things considered, there are worse lies to tell.]

[But it's still a lie. She wonders. Finally, she shakes her head.]

That's close to the truth. But not quite.

You taught me survival skills. You helped me stay alive. Almost everything I know I learned from you, or refined with the help of your knowledge. That's why I know your name.

But I can call you by your designation, if that's easier.