[The reaction is odd, if a little endearing; Alucard doesn't call him out on it and gives him the luxury of switching the topic.]

It's no bother to me. I've enjoyed roasted garlic from time to time. It would certainly make visiting Italy difficult.

[Alucard picks up a strange cane with a giant plastic gem on top. He taps the plastic curiously, then gives the cane a slight twirl, as if thinking.]

Silver does not bother me, but holy water burns slightly.