[Even after the sun el, he still values her experience and advice. Still values her vote of confidence on his decisions.]

The worst? [His reply is immediate, without hesitation.] He finds out we all know, decides it's not worth the risk and destroys everyone who isn't Skulduggery. Starts again with a fresh batch that has no clue.

[He's sure of that. Someone who escape his tormentors once will do anything to make sure he never goes back. Show your value to me, the captain said back at the trial. If he thinks they're more trouble than good - he'll throw them into the void.]