[Some of it's just bravado, more of Emil's blind reassurance in the face of things not looking so great. But he really does intend to keep his magic in check, especially now that he gets that gutting the Eluvio isn't just a problem to anyone caught in the blast radius.

But Victor sounds less intense now, and Emil lets himself relax too.]

No way! I made a promise to someone back home. If I didn't do my best, she'd probably dropkick me into a lake!

[He sounds more cheerful than anything, though. Strong personality types, right?]

...Anyway, I should probably get going. I'm kinda hungry, and I have to go to work soon.

It was nice to meet you, Victor! Thanks for everything!