He could take no chances ; either of them were capable of having him hunted down and disposed of if they suspected betrayal . Standing in Dino 's office , small , filled with personal touches , he was very aware that any moment he spent with these two men was a trial in and of itself . " My lords , " he said , very quietly , bending his head in respect . Without another word he undid the belt which held his four swords and placed them all very carefully on the floor in front of Dino 's office , before stepping back a few paces .

Question: Why is the man showing so much deference to the two ?
Answer: He is a student of them .He is a customer of them .He is an admirer of them .He fears they may attack him .