"I merely wish to get a clearer view of the surrounding area. It is a simple feat, one that would take but a few seconds."

Okay maybe he's a little bit annoyed? He doesn't want to be rude, but also: No one tells Ezio Auditore what he can and cannot climb. "Trust me, I have completed far more difficult climbs than this one."

HAVE YOU EVER TRIED TO CLIMB THE DUOMO, MINT? FROM THE INSIDE? BECAUSE HE HAS. IT SUCKED.