"Hf-"
He tensed up and backed away a little, eyes widening
"........."
"Ooookayyy...what are you gonna tell them, I manipulated you with my nonexistent beacon powers?"
"I think they're going to notice the lack of stab wound...honestly? Just blame the gods."
"No-dumbass, just say the gods told you not to kill me today. Something about-I dunno-it not being the right time or some shit. People eat that crap up."
