"I don't know what yours would have done. He might have meant well, but have been uncertain how exactly to get the results I did. The Master certainly seemed a bit stunned that I was willing and able to help him to get some control."
He laid a hand on Jack's arm. " And I course I wouldn't expect you to just swallow it. I didn't. I'm explaining myself, when I could have just said it was none of your business and bolted. I like you and respect you, and so I'm willing to discuss this with you. In case you hadn't noticed, my Master likes and respects you, and I can count on one hand the number of people he's asked for advice as openly as I've seen him ask you. Also tea? Would be wonderful."