"I wonder if Gerald is from my world, then," Lavi said. "Maybe if we find him again, I can corner him alone before he realizes I'm allied with you and pump him for information. If I have to let him think he's dominating me before he'll condescend to tell me what I need to know, I don't mind." He shrugged and grinned. "I just think it's fun when people are too stupid or ignorant or oblivious to realize that I'm only playing along."