[Bakura had a point, and it was one Malik had realized himself even as he made the suggestion. In fact, it was the very reason why he had decided to speak up in the first place.]

Collateral. Heh. And I suppose the promise of my Millennium Rod is not enough for you, just as your promise of helping me defeat the Pharaoh is not enough for me.

Well... [Malik hums thoughtfully.] Tell me, Bakura, can you still take over your host without the Millennium Ring?