If I think I'm selfish in what I allow you to do - then you surely cannot be selfish in doing so. I realize only now that this word is perhaps meaningless in this context - we're both doing what we want. [ He blinked a little as the truth was revealed to him like this, looking surprised. ]

[ And then ... chagrined. ]

It had never been my intention to have you hold back, merely by being eager. For the first time, I think I can take advantage of this curse to my benefit. Would you believe me if I gave you my word, as I am so affected now, that I will tell you if I disliked something, or if you went beyond my limits?