[Alec's lips pressed into a thin line, physically biting back the retort that sprung to mind immediately. Watch yourself, I may enjoy it. It expressed instead as another sly chuckle and a slight shake of his head.]

As you say. But just because I can't beat you doesn't mean I'm terrible, you know. I can still hold my own against most people.

At least in this place, there are no luck pieces for you to hide in unmentionable places.