"Oh, that's not fair," the Master chuckles. "You haven't told me anything I couldn't have guessed." He's sure John has plenty to hide, but though his instincts are to force it out of the other man, he's loathe to probe his mind without knowing what he's getting into first. John's already clearly got lowered inhibitions; perhaps he just needs a show of trust to open up further.

"But if you want me to go first... let's just say I was a prominent political figure in my day. Oh, those were glorious times, John." The Master's voice has taken on a wistful tone that is not entirely faked. "Loved by billions. An adoring wife. Lots of kids. Some say I united the globe."