"Probably best to keep a stack at hand, just in case." Arno ponders. "Though that DOES probably mean finding a really good hiding place. I don't think I know any women who would be pleased to know I intend to irritate them at some unknown date in the future."

That's more wisdom, perhaps, or just a healthy sense of self preservation. It could go either way with Arno, really.

"If one CAN avoid that, I agree. "