[The Accountant just laughs. He's having way more fun sparring with Valdis than he ever would have, terrifying every sinner on the turtle's back.]
No, of course not, but you and I both know that people just aren't that superstitious anymore, are they? Most people wouldn't be scared of a giant, three-headed dog any more than they'd be scared of a horned monster manning a gondola, would they?
[He smooth his lapels, straightens his tie. This was a man who took pride in his appearance.]
No. What we look like reflects the times we live in. Whatever frightens people the most. You know the old saying, about how the only things certain in life are death and taxes, right?
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No, of course not, but you and I both know that people just aren't that superstitious anymore, are they? Most people wouldn't be scared of a giant, three-headed dog any more than they'd be scared of a horned monster manning a gondola, would they?
[He smooth his lapels, straightens his tie. This was a man who took pride in his appearance.]
No. What we look like reflects the times we live in. Whatever frightens people the most. You know the old saying, about how the only things certain in life are death and taxes, right?
[His smile is pleasant, but sinister.]