[Personally, the Ringmaster would have been happy to put off this conversation until later, if he needed time to get himself in order. She can't help but comment on this one immediately, though.]

I'm aware of that. You've told me several times.

But that seems to be more about what you want to do than what would be actually helpful or desired. I'm sure you haven't forgotten what removed you from the acquisitions team in the first place... you broke our trust. Mine, and the rest of the carnival's.

I can appreciate that you've been trying to put your best foot forward, in recent months. Yet, something so dire is not so easily forgotten. The marks you leave on other people last longer than might be convenient for you.