"You misunderstand. I am the one in charge. I am currently the torch bearer for an idea that was started before me and will continue after me. That is why your threats mean nothing." He pushes his cup away and stands.

"I think you or, at least, she is smart enough to deduce that rule as common sense. I should hope you are not in the habit of blowing up your own homes."

He moves to the console and casually presses the button that activates the restraints on the chairs. Again, Ash will get to experience the insurmountable weight of that force holding him down.

"It matters, Dear Boy, because I will have order in my house. I will not tolerate troublemakers like her or like you."