[He rubs his neck a few times, still being able to feel the dark energy around it despite being released, only grinning back at her. You know what.]

I guess you're right.

[It's not as if isn't already taking something away from this little exchange.]

It gives me a new goal to reach. Once I feel like I can get past that little trick of yours, I'll have to see what else I need to watch out for. You'll oblige me, surely? Since you're setting the standards for me here.