[ There is a lot Rau doesn't know about him now. Most of the time this feels like a nuisance, disturbing what used to be a reasonably close relationship. In this specific case though, Gil is deriving a good amount of enjoyment from. Maybe he shouldn't feel so pleased with himself for what was an ultimately unsuccessful attempt to take over the world but... it was pretty good for a while there, alright? ]

I didn't say that - just that I'd like for the risk to be calculated. Besides, isn't it a waste to weaken one powerbase without strengthening another?

[ ... actually...... ]

Don't answer that, I know you love your violent anarchy.