And you're really not worried about what I might ask for should I win?

[This is...actually kind of concerning? They're strained acquaintances. Then again, there's always the chance that Figaro-Ringo-Something Else will end up cheating, despite his promises to play fair: Gepard should probably be more worried about that.

He's not. It's more exciting than anything else. Ignorance is bliss. Willful ignorance is no less blissful, though the self-awareness that comes from knowing he's duping himself only makes it so sweet. It's like he's a new guard again and taking his chances on something a little too reckless, all for the cause of proving himself.]

Anyway, my pride doesn't matter [...probably] so I can accept those terms. It wouldn't be the first time I've lost a bet, at any rate.