[ viren feels as if he may be missing something deeper at work here, even aside from the—admittedly, rather sharp, even if the tone's unrevealing—words. it has him curious. fortunately, now is not the time, nor is it likely ever to be appropriate, for pressing at this issue (perhaps, privately); he focused on what he's more familiar with: the alluded to, infamous cycle of violence. that's agonizingly reminiscent of home. with warring nations, he'd perpetuate it. ]

Oh, I'm not tiptoeing around his unique sensibilities. That would be blatant weakness, to demonstrate that we're careful to avoid escalation to anything stronger than words!

[ though he's unsure if myr's aware, he does feel like he's already relented from doing damage immediately. like he's already been generous, somehow. it has his reptilian eyes flash, has him considering his previous discussion with L — yes, take care of this while he's green. and although myr wouldn't detect it, he does resist a glance to the witch at the thought. he wonders if he should use "we," instead - alas, they may be in agreement, but viren is mindful to speak only for himself. ]

And that is precisely why I'd come to a more creative solution, but only if I must.

[ he buries that line of thought for now. even viren knows that he can't rise to the offense at every passing scent of danger, attack at every perceived slight to his ego. he feels as if some part of this conversation has warped past just discussion of the "new project piece." ]

[ but he'd have more transparently reminded myr -- that despite his weighted promises, that there shouldn't be apprehension for any of his actions (glossing over any concern for his own well-being, here — appreciated as that may be, even if a little insulting, he doesn't think it the paramount concern), should things remain civil. ]

[ he doesn't yet. for now, he's interested in hearing myr's response to that very pointed question. ]