"Disrespect--how do you even maintain a friendship with Harrowheart? It's like you go out of your way not to have a sense of humor. Don't ask for things if you don't want them. Lesson learned for both of us. Me because I'd really rather not get the shit kicked out of me every time I make a joke with a friend."

Ow, damn. There's a touch of irritation there but Jim decides that this was probably something he earned even if he doesn't agree with it.

"Don't give me orders on how to think, Isidor. I'll keep your secrets but I'm not going to play stupid." Jim gingerly rubs at his cheek before heaving a sigh.