[Viktor recognizes that look--it's one he's received on multiple occasions, now that he's insisting on going outside of Cadens to do or see something for himself, and it's one he's not particularly fond of. He needs protection, yes, and won't deny it, but he resents the implication that he shouldn't be out here at all.
So at least Kyle doesn't say that, though it doesn't make Viktor more likely to accept the offer.]
Should I be alone with you?
[It's not laughing in his face, but it is perhaps a joke, even if it isn't said like one. Viktor does not think Kyle will cause him harm, at least not here. That said, if he did want to, this would be a good opportunity. He can't really overlook that, not after their last conversation.]
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So at least Kyle doesn't say that, though it doesn't make Viktor more likely to accept the offer.]
Should I be alone with you?
[It's not laughing in his face, but it is perhaps a joke, even if it isn't said like one. Viktor does not think Kyle will cause him harm, at least not here. That said, if he did want to, this would be a good opportunity. He can't really overlook that, not after their last conversation.]