[they're working with two very different definitions of monster, here, which is going to be a little difficult to work around. dylas is not being... exceptionally deft with the obvious prop of "his friend" as the subject here, either, but francel understands how things like pride can get in the way. he answers slowly, like he's trying to choose his words as carefully as possible.]

It was... my understanding that all those who cannot use magic in this world will be subject to... these changes, yes. And by the parlance of the locals, these changes make us Monsters.

[he clears his throat.]

I've undergone certain changes as well, so there's no shame in what your friend is going through.