[ Silco actually scoffed at him. It's the first unrestrained and outright derisive thing he's done, but it's there. ]

I've never lived in anywhere that did not operate on such a mentality. It is a given. Here, wherever you're from, and even my world. There are always enemies.

Just be sure you know where they are, and who they are. Personally, I like to get a good sense of mine early, before things go too awry.

[ And with that! Silco stood, to move away from the bar. ]

I'll be interested to see how... magnanimous you remain, as things escalate.

[ He doesn't think he will, of course, but Silco thinks the worst of everyone. ]