Her surprise is understandable; he finds her ears just as bizarre, though not unexpected. He nods, not sure what to say. He would explain the other physiological differences between their people, just because it's his area of expertise and he always assumes other people will find it interesting, but the language barrier prevents it.

He begins to make his way back to the village, walking more alongside her than in front of her because he doesn't really want to turn his back on her.

As limited as their communication is, at least it's not completely impossible. He indicates himself with a hand on his chest. "Saval," he says, and extends the hand to her in turn, though not far enough that she could take it as an invitation to touch him.