[This is the third time he's been thanked. He wonders if Billy will subsequently demand to know why since that makes the gratitude a little less fun. But it's still an oddly nice feeling. Because yes, he had done that, with strength of mind, rather than strength of arms.

Something to consider, not just as a matter of capital gained.

He smiles.]

You are most welcome. I... preferred that outcome to the other.

[The smile goes a bit crooked.]

Though perhaps in the future, remind me that all bargains and promises apparently include Teddy as well.