"Aren't they the same thing?" Melek wonders aloud. He leans in a little bit more, to be contrary, though he's not obstructing Devin's ripping arm. By all means, demonstrate. "A threat doesn't mean much if you won't back it up, I've always thought. Makes it more like a gentle suggestion. So you promise violence, and keep your word if conditions aren't met." He sounds nonchalantly pleased with himself about this one.