[ the denial is so... palpable that he doesn't even feel the need to address it. he isn't sure where this dishonesty stems from, but he guesses it never hurt to practice caution. the idea of it is honestly a bit humorous, especially when laced with such colorful language. the smirk on his lips aside: ] Don't forget that where there's smoke, there's fire. [ is all the metaphor he feels he needs before giving a small nod. ]

I'm not attached to just one weapon or skill. I'll use whatever is more effective for the time being. [ though, he supposed it wasn't a complete lie.

he did especially like using his edge of nightfall. but, would he supplement this with a demonic blade or something else if it was more effective for the time being? sure. but, he knows how complicated this would get to explain and so... once more, he just doesn't.

though, at bakugou's words... ] Oh, right. [ he brushes it off. ] I am sure there is a way to quantify anyone's abilities, but that's fine. The important part is you can take a hit. It's a lot harder to fight otherwise. [ says yuwon who often fought against creatures that could one shot k.o. him and most rankers in the worst case scenario. ]