[Arno also couldn't help but smile at the genuine attitude Steven had. No matter how silly he thought this all was.]

You have my word. This whole story will never leave this room.

[Arno made a side glance at Cynthia before suddenly starting to watch her try a hand at it, literally.

He was trying to not get annoyed at her for being so dismissive, mainly because he knew he also was.

He slowly blinked at Cynthia's failure, holding back his tongue from saying anything snarky. He had to try really hard not to. He wasn't an overly mean person.]

I think we have to be a little craftier than that. That arm is not going to come out like it came in.

[He surveyed the crystal, walking around Cynthia.]

...I wonder if the crystal is somewhat damaged.