On the contrary, I'm quite sure he is holding back the urge to either vomit with embarrassment or to "tear me a new one" for trying to mediate. He is sometimes over dramatic, but I think he is also well aware of this fact. Would I be correct to presume that this is a trait that you share with him? It is certainly a trait he shares with other less savory sorts, but they are far closer to his age range and more than likely more genuinely receptive to his frivolous obsidian advances. But back to your point - you caught me. You are already intriguing, Mr. Nygma. Your mistake was to imply that you thought I haven't been incredibly nosy and already listened in to your public conversations already, in the past.

[Lucky for Eddie, he rings as human. He has flaws. He makes mistakes.

Rose takes a quiet, deep breath. She is trying to forget about white text and bad decisions. ]

Your original point, however, is one I find moot. If my past were not riddled with mistakes then I would have no basis to better myself for the future.

[A beat. ]

Do you think reputation is important, Mr. Nygma? Do you value yours?