[Honestly that's how he tackled his problems for a long time. Not that it worked out well for him, but it's a way of handling things!]

Hah, you do seem like the type to brute-force your way through any troubles you may run up against! As long as it's worked out for you this far...

[Concerning, though?? A little concerning. Anyway after shaking his sleeves enough, a red pen tumbles out. Thanks Costco!! It's not as nice as cinnabar or as spooky as blood but it does the trick in a pinch. A beat later and he's already starting to scrawl out an intricate design.]

Anything else you need while I've got these out? I'll do what I can!