Bond hated it. Coexist? He was far too possessive for that.

But it did make sense, and he imagined that if he was to ever have a worthy opponent, it would be Harry. He loved Q, or maybe he only fancied he did, though he was quite certain after playing out scenario after scenario with the replicants that he did indeed love Q. Perhaps a compromise wasn't beyond reason.

Even if he did want to punch Harry's placid face until he was barely recognizable.

"If you think that's best, Q," he said hesitantly.