[well... he was right about this guy turning out to be interesting.

After grimacing from the blow, he wriggles a little. Just enough to make sure that he can breathe through that grip enough to actually answer. He doesn't fight beyond that, though. Nice and docile, not answering until he's sure that his voice is as light and conversational as he can manage.

He can't help the slight twist of his expression, though. Being pinned to a wall by your throat isn't exactly comfortable.]

--Well. The good news is that I am full of helpful answers. ...The bad news is that I don't help people who keep me shoved up against walls.