[He raises an eyebrow at her analogy, and gives an almost comical squeak when she hits his shoulder. He rubs it absently as he considers what she's said.]

I... suppose that is true. Had I not been defeated, it would have been much simpler for him to take control, and there perhaps wouldn't have been an opportunity to overthrow him completely. [He smiles slightly, but then it disappears again.] I wonder if he has the same intentions in this world...