[He likewise hears the waitress, but ignores it. Instead, he focuses on Tyler, his expression growing a little severe as he raises a hand to halt him.]

If I may stop you there--I have heeded every word uttered to me, taken measure every warning presented to me. Merely all I wish is to see for myself these limits, and if whether or not I can push the boundaries others have failed to. Naught more than that.

Had I know my mere desire to try would cause such an uproar, I might not have said aught at all. In my experience, most do not find it a cardinal sin for one to attempt something that may very well be a boon for their allies.