[It takes him a moment, but he understands. He also doesn't stop what he's doing.]

I think we're alike in some ways, there's no doubt about that. We're both always on the hunt for the incomparable sense of satisfaction that can only be found in seeing all the pieces of a puzzle fall into place. We both enjoy an intellectual challenge, and a battle of wits...

[Heizou tilts his head with a mischievous, crooked grin.]

But I think you're a little more adept at playing footsie under the table than I am. I'll have to concede that point to you.