[The point where Dio stops having fun is the point when Clayton decides to firmly intervene. He clears his throat and takes a small step between them, subtly herding Dio away from the corner. No offense, Dio, but Clayton assumes you'll be the easier one to control in this situation. House is better handled in a more isolated setting.]

--Yes, Dio, I'm real grateful fer your help out there. Wouldn't a been able to get everybody safe without ya. [That's the appeal to his ego out of the way. Now for the leverage.] An' we're gonna keep 'em safe now that he's got his prescription. Would be awful silly if we made this whole trip an' he off 'n got mauled right after, now wouldn't it?