Ah. This man is mad. That's to be expected, though it's rather disappointing: John will have to tread more carefully around a mind that might easily be broken. He has grown too accustomed to Arthur's resilience.

... Or perhaps the man's blithe unconcern means that his claim holds merit. It's unlikely, but possible. Arthur Lester was not the first human dragged to these pits.

"You've opposed him for some time, then." It's said in the tone of a question, openly skeptical. "A bold choice."