[ If Korra's so casual about bending, no wonder she feels identity-less without it. A disadvantage, battle-wise. Too much reliance on supernatural powers leaves you arrogant. Open to attack. He's seen it on other Contractors. His cool tone cuts the bright threads the water-rainbow is weaving. ] Because you'll damage something. [ He doesn't need attention drawn to them. His objective is keeping Korra close until midnight. And incapacitating her. ]

[ But he doesn't want to scare her off, either. With studied nonchalance, he adds ] Wait until we're off the streets. You'll get lychee-juice if you behave. And a treat. [ A quick, painless end. ]