I suppose they don't understand the gravity of what they're doing.

[ He ducks his head and shrugs his shoulders. There is a lightness to what he's saying, indicating that if he catches them that he'll show some leniency. ]

I've no desire to make enemies. [ At the moment.

He'll make them later when he has enough power and influence to handle them. But anyway-- ] Still, even as I say that, we've both said we're men that are easily hated.

[ Another sheepish shrug. What can they do? ]

Thank you so much for your compliment. I do agree that they have been. [ Not really. There is a lot more that they could do, but that would be spreading out their influence and control; so, yes, they're efficient without being too dogged about their goals. At least, in Soma's opinion. ]

If you ever think about leaving your own clan, perhaps, you can join this one. [ Ha-ha. ]