The look bestowed upon Iris would make it appear she had suggested something obscene, if not patently illegal, judging by the expression that oozed onto Duponte's face. "<em>Non.</em>" The reply was cold enough to chill drinks with. "This is a matter of honour, a matter of duty. I swore an oath, and I will fulfill it. I know such things have little weight in this day and age, but they still matter to some."<br/><br/>His gaze turned upon Mica. "If you wish to examine the book, I will open the case and show it to you. You may reassure yourself that it is nothing more than an old and rare book, at which point I will take my property back once more. I trust this will satisfy you?"