[Maul frowned. He knew that Usagi was right, of course, but it didn't make the thought any easier to bear. It was one thing to know he didn't have enough power right now to do all that he wished to but the idea that he'd have it for only a short time before having to give it back was unbearable. He knew that such a thing would eat him up inside and he'd become obsessive over having it once again.]

Perhaps you are right. Maybe it is better not to know at all. [He pauses and flexes his claws, examining the color now painted onto them.] Besides, it is a bit of a moot point. I am sure you would need a good reason to give me such power and fortunately we have no dire reason to do so right now in town.

[With what came each month though, Maul wasn't certain such a moment would sneak up on them despite all their best efforts.]