I won't strike to kill. If he lives, he lives. [ he's trying here. he can't promise to spare a life when he's never seen any value in keeping enemies alive. ] Do not press any further, Tim. I won't argue with you when you're injured.

[ manners demand he not pick a fight with the injured, much as he would not give a care otherwise. his mother would judge him harshly for the shameless behaviour. that's his reason, if anyone asks. ]

May I see the belt? Before you let the idiot witches touch it?