[Jealousy was not a good idea for this one power. Before David had control over it, it had nearly driven him out of his mind. Now here he was, making a casual display of a power that had become a constant form of support in his life. Last world, it had been how he made his money.]

Something about the look of you says modesty isn't in your normal skill set. But I ask your forgiveness for taking something so rare and thus valuable.

[The words were half playful, and mostly just sassy.]

Cher lady. She gets away with it because she's a famous musician and performer. I think you can get away with it just from the whole thing you've got going here.

[Why is he flirting? No clue. But maybe those fireworks had given him a moment of hope.]

I'm sure the pleasure is mine. You said something about pirates?