I think it's extremely unlikely Doctor Hilbert will make any second attempt. Whatever other motivations might have played a part in picking Johann, the main reason he acted was to gather information on Johann's ability to heal. He didn't prove to be a useful subject.
[He can't offer a guarantee, but he does have to defend Hilbert's medical ethics.]
But, yes, if Doctor Hilbert did act again for some reason, your business would be with each other.
Have you any thoughts on appropriate restitution? If there's some action you need taken under another name, I hope you can believe me capable.
I have shared my opinion in the ledger and the opinion stands. I've made an accord with him of late, due to a greater understanding of his method, but I still find him to be flippant in times when more care should be taken and far too willing to toss around insulting words with little care for the impact they might have.
I do not think him malignant, but I do find his temper to be uneven and his behavior often... unconsidered.
[He'd seen Kikimora's comment in the ledger, too.]
Those are the reasons I've never felt a need to speak to him. [Which would probably make any action against him suspicious, and he assumes Florian wants his name kept out of it. Meanwhile Kikimora is much easier. More appealing, too.] Well, people often find it hard to predict what will happen on this ship. I appreciate your reaching out on this matter.[As Hilbert's student, he could've never reached out to Florian, so he can say that honestly. He respects him enough not to pretend that he feels any regret over what happened to Johann, but that he'll take action against Kikimora is agreed.]
Speaking of: there was that other matter I mentioned earlier. Specifically the fact that I've been working on a number of magical items of my own design and given your thoroughness, I thought you might be interested in assisting me with testing.
Excellent. Would you prefer this work to be kept quiet or would you object to your warden being aware of the testing, so as to ensure he doesn't react poorly?
I can't say I've considered the matter before. Is there any limitation on size or similarity (another mammal, for example) that you would like to test?
Some form of cat might be acceptable. I'm willing to try a reptile if you want to test a greater distance, but it doesn't matter to me what is picked.
[He doesn't know many animals, but the only one he'd truly object to is any form of dog or wolf. He is not a member of the police, thank you very much.]
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[He can't offer a guarantee, but he does have to defend Hilbert's medical ethics.]
But, yes, if Doctor Hilbert did act again for some reason, your business would be with each other.
Have you any thoughts on appropriate restitution? If there's some action you need taken under another name, I hope you can believe me capable.
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...what are your feelings on Kikimora?
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I will just say there's no love lost between us.
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She also chose to attack Johann, albeit much more ineptly.
[ No one can claim he TOLD Nathaniel to do anything if he doesn't spell it out, right? ]
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[For Kikimora. He can easily believe it, but that just makes it more embarrassing.
Anyway, if they're just casually sharing opinions of people on the Barge:]
What do you think of Mr. Bright?
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I do not think him malignant, but I do find his temper to be uneven and his behavior often... unconsidered.
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[He'd seen Kikimora's comment in the ledger, too.]
Those are the reasons I've never felt a need to speak to him. [Which would probably make any action against him suspicious, and he assumes Florian wants his name kept out of it. Meanwhile Kikimora is much easier. More appealing, too.]
Well, people often find it hard to predict what will happen on this ship. I appreciate your reaching out on this matter.[As Hilbert's student, he could've never reached out to Florian, so he can say that honestly. He respects him enough not to pretend that he feels any regret over what happened to Johann, but that he'll take action against Kikimora is agreed.]
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Speaking of: there was that other matter I mentioned earlier. Specifically the fact that I've been working on a number of magical items of my own design and given your thoroughness, I thought you might be interested in assisting me with testing.
Would you be interested?
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I have some experience in making magical items myself. It would be rewarding to look over your work.
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I assure you: you will keep your faculties.
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[He doesn't know many animals, but the only one he'd truly object to is any form of dog or wolf. He is not a member of the police, thank you very much.]
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