Separated from that which I value most highly- [The Count doesn't use the 'L' word easily]- failure would become much more likely. Technology has its own form of reliability, precisely because it answers to mortal masters.

[Also, you called him 'dearie.' Count Dooku of Serenno is no one's 'dearie.']

No, I think I shall look elsewhere for that particular bit of craftsmanship, Mister Gold. But I will be available to negotiate new terms should you come up with a more agreeable price.