Remember the pain?' thought Artemis. I hate myself. I really do.

I don't like lollipops.

Play along, the wink said. I'll get you out of this.

At least Artemis hoped this was what his wink communicated and not something like 'Any chance of another kiss later?

Butler was seeing the world as it was, complete with L.E.P retrival team

Butler could kill you a hundred different ways without use of his armoury. Though I'm sure one would be quite sufficient.

Listen to me, goblin. You're stupid, let's accept that and move on.