"To clean up messes." Kaiba's heard that one before. He shifts a little uncomfortably during the explanation, and he feels some indignation bubbling up, but he clamps down on it with a soft breath.

And another. He nods.

"I'm...exasperated that things came to that, but I'm not blaming you. You're doing important work. And it's hardly going to be an issue here."

He nods. "I...appreciate your honesty. I won't pry any more."