I was told that he took over your Institute for a time and apparently did a dreadful job. Have you been close with the Lukas family for very long? I admit that the Lonely was never particularly one of my concerns, before.
Gambling? Strange. I wouldn't take you as the sort to take risks.
[Well, she can imagine him making choices that would seem risky, but only when he has the information to back up the choice. That, in her opinion, mitigates the risk entirely.]
Wouldn't you, by nature, have an advantage in such dealings?
You wouldn't? I think you might not pay attention to what I do with my life then. I take a great many risks.
[Not that he elaborates on what those are. Still, he does love a good gamble.]
There is one thing that I can say though, Agnes. Being able to understand people does not necessarily mean they will do exactly what you predict or want. And that is why I may have some advantage but it doesn't guarantee I will be the victor. Thus, gambling is worthwhile.
[Agnes is quiet for a long several moments as she considers Elias' words, committing them to memory. She watches him with his coffee, and finally inclines her head.]
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fingeronthebutton) wrote2019-11-20 04:53 pm
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[It is interesting, though.]
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[He sets his cup down and folds his hands in his lap again.]
I have known Peter for awhile. Long enough for he and I to be gambling partners as it were.
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[Well, she can imagine him making choices that would seem risky, but only when he has the information to back up the choice. That, in her opinion, mitigates the risk entirely.]
Wouldn't you, by nature, have an advantage in such dealings?
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[Not that he elaborates on what those are. Still, he does love a good gamble.]
There is one thing that I can say though, Agnes. Being able to understand people does not necessarily mean they will do exactly what you predict or want. And that is why I may have some advantage but it doesn't guarantee I will be the victor. Thus, gambling is worthwhile.
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You have my attention now.
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Do I? Are you hoping to make a bet with me, Agnes?
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[She knows what she'd ask of him if she won a wager; he wouldn't have to read her mind to know. But what to bet on? What even is there?]
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[He chuckles as he rises to his feet.]
If that is all then I will take my leave. I'm afraid I am rather busy with work, Agnes.