[Francis has found it much easier to introduce himself as Francis Bonnefoy, which he never changes, rather than the French Republic, which has been changed by his people into five different republics as well as two separate empires and three separate kingdoms. And honestly, it's much easier to explain he's a mortal here, where he actually has lost his immortality. If Howl were to ask, this would be the answer Francis gave.

Francis can't help the small laugh that escapes, though he at least tries to cover it with his hand.] Ah! He'll be so angry that I've been gossiping about him. I doubt he will, mais, it is worth a try.