Indeed. A fake would probably have worked just as well - such is the power of fear. But, orders are orders.

[Also, there are people who just like playing with things that blow up. He can mention one or two Phase 2 Rockets who are currently having the time of their lives. He's rather obviously not one of them.]

And I am reasonably fine. Thank you for your concern.

[He'll check his hands - still shaky. Dear Evron, why.]