No kidding. I doubt he's happy about this. [ That grimace to his voice has far from faded. ]

But... good. If he's as dangerous as you say, they're gonna need all the help they can get. I'd be on my way, too, but I- [ He grunts to himself. ] I'll be on the look out though. Damn it, I just hope Al makes it outta there in one piece this time.

[ The antsy feeling alone has him pacing around on the other side of the line. ]