"Recitation is not the same as being provided a copy." There is only a hint of scolding in his voice. "Nonetheless, I thank you, and will expect a full text after we are finished." Perhaps adopting the role of a slightly-disapproving mentor will have an effect...

But also, he is intensely curious to see if this law matches anything he's read in the library.

"For now, I understand these rights as spoken. We may proceed."