[ well! it's good to know that deuce has been actively seeking help from familiar faces. who they might be is the biggest and most concerning thing. if he's getting advice from people such as ace... or really, any non-heartslabyuls? that could be a problem. a big problem.

still, he faces a big one right now, and riddle sighs as he shakes his head. ]

I can't fault you for what you've done, not without witnessing it myself. Therefore--- I absolve you of all infractions that might've occurred since you arrived here.

[ congratulations! but also: ]

However, now that I'm here? I will ask that you adhere to them as best as possible. I cannot watch over your shoulder all the time, so... I ask that you be more mindful so that you do not make mistakes when we return. Okay?

[ not if they return. he's certain they won't be here for that long. ]