It is less dangerous now than it used to be. [ Viktor shrugs himself and make a noncommittal noise that is modulated strangely through the mask. ] There are fewer arteries to cut.

[ That is spoken like a joke, but it is true. There is a lot less of... everything, really. Except: ]

The wires are more of a problem now. I have been meaning to organize them.

[ Once again said as if he is talking about a particularly interesting insect (because Viktor does not comment on the weather). ]

I have a few books I can recommend.