[ If the pickings were less slim, maybe Valmont wouldn't have gone for it. Then again, maybe he would have. There are few quicker ways to someone's heart than through their bed, after all, and being able to capture said hearts is not a useless skill. ]

Mmmm. [ He has to admit, he does like hearing his name in that tone, and Raikov's voice doesn't hurt. Of course, he likes hearing his name in general. It helps to remind him of how great and important he is. ] Well then, Ivan. Would you happen to be anywhere nearby? I should like to spend that time together you mentioned. Perhaps I can give you a... proper greeting.