From what I know, Saito is all about efficiency. I suppose he could have a sadistic streak that might push him to want to do something this elaborate, but he's never struck me as the type.

[Arthur doesn't blame him for it, God knows he's been called paranoid more than a few times. It comes with the territory.]

There was an earthquake - turtle quake? A while back. Not big enough to be a kick. I'm out of options for waking up at the moment. [He pauses, then sips at his coffee.] I have a PASIV, but only a very limited Somnacin supply. I'm keeping my eyes open for a chemist.