"There's no need to be, boy. Provided, of course, that you stay on the right side of the law." An uncharacteristically genial grin broke across Edgeworth's face, and he spread his arms in what appeared to be a reassuring gesture. Only the sharp look he gave the boy's companion and a subtle edge in his voice gave away the real meaning behind his words.

"I didn't realize there was a streak of generosity buried somewhere beneath that self-serving exterior. Or did Mr. Benny do something in particular to earn his supper?"