God.

[ He curtly replies to answer the question as to who "Her" is.

His anger has settled and he's doing better. There's no reason to hold onto rage or irritation; his eyes widen as he feels that isn't quite right, but he doesn't have time to self-reflect at the moment. ]

We've met each other in Etraya. Has Etraya been explained to you? [ He hums. ] Probably not. [ As for why Heather hates James, he feels a sense of pride and ego-boost at hearing this news. He told her months ago that he was not someone worth her time or pity and she dismissed him. But he was right! When isn't he right? ]

Well, yes. [ A beat. ] Although, I don't think she's capable of hating anyone. She probably is just very unhappy with you as a person. [ His shoulders bounce in a shrug. ] As for why that is? I couldn't say.

[ As for how he knows him? Well - should he get into that? "Sorry, not sorry. You came to Silent Hill and that is run by the Order. We tend to take note of every tourist that comes there. Especially those that are granted the kindness of walking the road of penance."

Vincent will let James digest what he's said now before getting into all of that, he supposes. ]