[okay that's...well, that's not better, but there's the very slightest of shrugs, insomuch well that makes more sense.]

You're a brave man, mister Naismith. One of my former students tried the same thing and had some ribs broken. [there's a tone of respect there, for the both of them. he's clearly not happy about Lucifer being...Lucifer...but. well.

he lets out a breath.]

Before you bring it up, yes, I know I'm playing with fire. That's why I asked you here, so I could get an idea of else is in this damned 'deal', and so I at least have some warnings. Maybe make a countermeasure or two. [the very, very slightest of headtilts towards his device.] What else do you know?