[ Ah, Dom. Yusuf looks up expectantly, and while his smile is there, he can't say it's one of good cheer. Relief is closer to it, and he nods. He's glad Dom is out of the field, from a survival stand point, yes, but also because it takes a very specific type of person to do what he did: a madman, or someone with nothing left to lose. Yusuf isn't a betting man, but he'd bank on it being a combination. ]

Less corporate means more competition. [ It's not a warning, merely a point in conversation. That's one thing he's not worried about in the least - Yusuf may be humble, but he's aware of how good he is. He's also aware of how many customers of his are loyal. ]

If I do agree -- [ they both know he probably will, it's too good to pass up for someone as much of a drive for curiosity ] --I'd have to ask for a few things. Simple, really, but you understand.