"Yes, I believe I do." Nothing about his tone has changed at all, they may as well be talking about the sale of bread for all the impact it has on Erik emotionally.

"Even given your current source's willingness, that can't possibly be enough. I see how much this means to you, and I will gladly help. I'd like a little compensation, however. What would you say to my current going rate? My body is my livelihood, after all."

Brutish at times, Erik will concede, but straight...? He thinks not.