Alex chuckled. 'Oh really? In that case, I guess it must have been someone else who installed the computer in your house that shot at me.' He shrugged. 'Either way, I know you CAN build weapons, and I need one. A particularly powerful one, and if you won't build it, I at least need your knowledge.' He smiled. 'Maybe a shock will loosen your lips.' Blue sparks surrounded his right hand.