"Lucky him." He shrugs, "Though I can't say I'm all that disappointed to meet you and get a feel for what it would've been like if he'd let his... darker urges take control. Though I'm already over this bratty ego of yours. I much rather like him understanding his position."

He smirks softly, hands clasped behind his back as he begins to circle where William is perched, walking the edge of the table.

"Not only am I not going to simply take your word for a grain of salt but I'm almost positive you're just enough of a coward to strike me when my back is turned."