Let's hope this stays in the realm of hypotheticals.

[Because, even if he would do what he could to keep Astarion safe, he would rather not deal with the situation at all. The best thing he can do, he thinks, to avoid potential violence is to sever this bond that Astarion has with his master--if it hasn't been replaced by the Singularity, already.

For now, though, he thinks they've discussed enough. He doesn't want to push his luck.]

I'll analyze these samples and let you know if I find anything. In the meantime...try to stay out of trouble.