And who's to say you won't ignore me and deny me what's mine all over again? I suppose we'll just have to learn to get along, won't we?

[ His smile is back, quick and cold, because this is not ideal for him. Black Bolt can ruin everything if Maximus doesn't watch his steps. ]

I've got myself a nice life here. You'll be surprised to know I've got friends, I'm sure, and that I've made myself a productive member of this society. I've got far too much at stake to throw it away just to be petty towards you.