It is, yes.

[He watches and considers Rembrandt's words carefully. There's more he could say, more he could ask, but...]

I apologize for bringing up such a hypothetical when I'm not willing to commit to such a trade. I've been trying not to be openly furious with Rideaux for everything he has decided to be, but it's difficult. I suppose I just wanted to hear that you'd be willing to be cruel on my behalf.

[...okay, that part's clearly a joke.]