[That gets a short, sharp laugh from him. But it isn't angry or the usual crazy laughter; it's just genuinely amusing.]

Yes, we did. It's not the first time it's happened to me! I'm the King of Plegia - I haven't been able to trust anyone for years! I've nearly been poisoned or stabbed in my sleep more times than I can count!

...But I made a mistake, once. I trusted someone I shouldn't have. I wish I could say I'm surprised that it happened again here, but...

[It occurs to him then that he's said too much and Gangrel shakes his head and goes to pick up his sword.]

Never mind. We really did fall for this stupid, ridiculous game.