Mmhm, your angry cat can be quite a bit more honest than he seems. [He finished brushing all the clippings onto the paper and moved it to Fayt's lap. Next came the scissors for his bangs.]

As for the story - you and Cliff-san have your reasons for keeping it a secret, but if Cliff-san loses, then I get to choose my prize. [And it's obvious what he'll be asking for.]