If the Archon is aware of these doubters or the added meaning behind Felix's compliments, he doesn't show it. They might as well be talking about the state of the (immaculate) garden.

"Magic is a powerful, integral part of the world-" His eyes flicker to the captain and amends, "Our world. To share it with others in any way other than with the most skill and excellence we can muster would be unacceptably disrespectful."

With that said, he looks at Felix once more. "Something I expect you understand all too well, Mister Caelus. Am I correct in understanding that you are a practicing mage, and that the military from your world incorporates magic into its services?"