The previous repetitions were different. I prefer to work in the shadows, you know. I didn't make myself available to everyone like I've done this time.

[ he's rather cautious actually, something hwylryn has probably started to pick up on despite his bombastic nature. ]

I know, I know. But there really wasn't anything else he could offer me. I don't make deals just because.

[ a beat and a tilt of his head. ]

Do you want me to ask you and compare the truths?