As much as he wants to shift back into an appearance he's more comfortable with, Akito isn't sure if it's safe for him to just yet. Not that he worries about his own safety, but Malcil's...

He follows Anton obediently, letting himself return to his usual height as they go. Being short is much more comfortable. "What would you do if you were given a choice of saving one person from death by condemning another to torture?"

Straight to the point, and non-specific enough that he can't be accused of giving anything away. Still, Akito keeps his voice low, wary of any eavesdroppers.