[A shake of his head.]

Wasn't exactly what I meant, Ronnie. What's the point of destroying something pure that can be saved is what I'm getting at.

[Smiling with a little laugh he ruffles Ronald's hair with bare fingers. That's his rookie right there.]

Smart boy. Want to help your old senior out then come have a cup of tea once we're done? I've got some of those Viennese Whirls you like. Or shortbread.