Hah-- I'm not sure I need practice, but I suppose if you're searching for a silver lining.

[ he puts his hands behind his back, twiddling his thumbs. ]

I know you said you did not care to make the match, and I would not presume to change your mind on that - it is, of course, entirely up to you. I completely understand your desire to remain independent and reliant upon yourself - and hopefully Karlach and myself - in this endeavour. However I do know who your partner is, should you ever care to change your mind. The opportunity is available to you.