I tip my hat to you, Izaya. You've managed not only keep your flock under your control, but you were able to prove your worth to the wolves as well.

[Albert's smile continued to grow.]

It takes a man of character to cheat death, young man. I suppose you are more charismatic than you seem. I wonder how many of the sheep here will take to you.

[Considering how dull witted a majority of the youngsters are here, the warlock was sure that Izaya caught the meaning of his last words.]

Think of the Garden as the green open pastures if you will. There are plenty of sheep amongst us, but very few shepherds.