[Ladd gives a soft rumble of laughter, clearly amused by her intonation.]

I'm glad I'm able to talk to such an expert like yourself, Doc. I'm afraid the only other doctor I know doesn't like talking much about his procedures. Such a shame!

[Quickly, he picks up one of the knives on his table. It's blunt and harmless, but Ladd still twirls it a little in his fingers.]

Now, let's prove that claim of yours. Where about would you have to cut me with this thing if you really wanted me to suffer?

[He points the blade towards his chest, as if awaiting instruction.]