It makes sense that they should select Dominants that can be easily used and manipulated, but Akutagawa hates the idea of falling in line behind anyone he deems weaker than him. Even if it's just for show and convenience, he'd prefer someone with strength (the idea of finding a Dominant he could get along with doesn't occur to him; Akutagawa is looking to survive, not make friends).

However, he's willing to swallow some of his pride if it means getting out of the slums. It's far too familiar to the life he used to lead, a life he swore he would never go back to.

"I'm sure the boss at Fangtasy would hire you, even if it's only temporarily. I believe we could use a bartender." Legitimate means of earning money, however, was neither of their strong suits. "I'll run any candidates for a Dominant by you." Regardless of what the city said, the only superior Akutagawa had here was Chuuya.