[Bucky's absolutely right. Theo could have easily overdosed all three of them. He could have gone a different route entirely, sneaking a makeshift weapon with him, or stealing one at port. But he didn't. Of course, being called out on this makes him uncomfortable. After all, he's the big, nasty, unforgiving necromancer. Why would he spare anyone?

Why indeed. His answer is one he's practiced several times in his head.]

I-- Killing was unnecessary to the plan. The plant worked as the plant worked. Being that I am without recipes, components and my casting ability, I had to make due with what was on hand.

[He crosses his arms. So there. He'll try to shift the topic.]

... So you were a soldier, then. [That explains some things.]