“I rather like it when you take charge.”“You do?”“Of course; just as long as you only do it when I let you”

“Hey, have you ever heard of the Alchemists? " "Sure, " he said."Of course you have. " "Why? Did you run into them? " "Kind of. " "What'd you do? " "Why do you think I did anything? " He laughed. "Alchemists only show up when trouble happens, and you bring trouble wherever you go. Be careful, though. They're religious nuts." "That's kind of extreme," I said. "Just don't let them convert you." He winked. "I like you being the sinner you are.”

“You can only use someone for so long before you dry them out. How long does a muse last? When do you let them loose?”

“Don't Let Anybody Take Advantage Of You, If Or When You Do, You Look Stupid”

“I learn a great deal by merely observing you, and letting you talk as long as you please, and taking note of what you do not say.”

“You have to know when to prod and when to be quiet, when to let things take their course.”