His head lists to one side, and one hand slowly tightens into a fist. It's been a long time since he last went up against a manager. If this guy's in that sort of league, boy it would be a great chance to check just how far he's come since then.

Mr. Universe smiles back, daring the man just as hard. Not yet. But nothing's getting ruled out.

His attention returns to Garnet, brow lifting at the offered crackers. Is she trying to mock him, or is she genuine? He can't be sure what's more pathetic. "Golly. You're a straight-up charity, G. Went bankrupt on that bungalow of yours or something?"