[ Sturmhond is quiet for a moment. He doesn't want to say that Barnaby is wrong. Barnaby knows Kotetsu far better than he ever could. He does think he is too close to this to know for certain, however.

But in truth, it's Barnaby's current mood that has him worried, and he feels the need to try and settle it. ]

You do not know that. Not everyone finds it easy to accept something that's new. It has taken you long enough.

What is it that worries you so much, Barnaby? Why did you say this was a terrible idea? Is it solely because you fear he would say no?