"Not soon enough," Jeeves said, gently pushing Jack's hand down. "Short-lived evidence is still evidence."
"What do you suggest, then?"
"Abject terror may make him malleable, but he has little time to think. I suggest patience, clear explanations, and if necessary, a way to worsen the situation without resorting to violence. Show them what will happen if you are displeased, and if they are scared, offer a way out. One with a price, and take care that it must never be too high for them to pay."
"Hm," Jack said, and studied the knife in his hand. "And if I want to cut
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"Not soon enough," Jeeves said, gently pushing Jack's hand down. "Short-lived evidence is still evidence."
"What do you suggest, then?"
"Abject terror may make him malleable, but he has little time to think. I suggest patience, clear explanations, and if necessary, a way to worsen the situation without resorting to violence. Show them what will happen if you are displeased, and if they are scared, offer a way out. One with a price, and take care that it must never be too high for them to pay."
"Hm," Jack said, and studied the knife in his hand. "And if I want to cut ( ... )
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This is amazing.
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