[He doesn't affirm Rook's words. But the silence is affirming in itself.

Silently, he offers his hand.]

What do you think? He got too close.

You know better than anyone what danger comes with that.

[He closes his eyes.]

It's for the best. I wasn't even particularly angry. I was merely demonstrating my true colors.

If that's enough to send him off with his tail between his legs, then best he remove himself from the equation before I can do real damage.