[ He nods, since that's roughly what he had guessed once he became more aware of what was going on here. Still, considering the subject he dips into, his tone turns more serious. ]

You don't need to apologize. I'm asking because what you're asking is likely to kill me regardless. My body won't be able to handle that kind of fight, with or without the Mad Hatter. So if that's the obstacle ahead, then I want to be certain that I'm using my life to push to the better outcome.

[ He shrugs ]

It's not something I understand very well considering these contracts are different from the ones I know, but if I'm better served in a contract with Leviathan, then I'll trust your judgement. Well, I have to, really, but I wanted to offer it as an option. It's the same to me either way.