It wouldn't hurt, in any case. While not quite as tyrannical as Julien, Ethan didn't tolerate much nonsense, a nuance the older generation of Spades was slowly discovering. And abuse of Rank was something the current Ace absolutely did not tolerate. Not even from himself.

"I do say." But they both had work to be done. "No hurry, though. Take your time, Master Aleksi." He gave the Two a cordial nod of farewell. "You'll do fine."