[ Unfortunately Yzak is too honest, even with his best friend's ominous chuckle. So he gives up the address easily, but he does add: ]

I would never do something like that!

... on purpose. [ Emphasis on purpose, in a tone of warning. ] But as it happens, a smart remark or even an unexpected laugh can be all the difference when you've got cats running around your feet.

[ He stares pointedly at Elan. This is A Warning. ]