[Archer's reaction, however, isn't the one L's hoping for; his eyes narrow and darken slightly, as if those words bring unwanted memories. He's silent for a moment too long.]

I've been an idealist when I was your age. [odd. While he physically looks to be in early thirties Archer does make it sound as if he's much older.] Believing in using my abilities to fight for ideals rather than myself. That's closest to the role I can think of.