Once, yes. But being rid of him had hardly ended any of the plans he'd had. It had merely changed matters, and conveniently left him with a solid form once again. Details, really, nothing more - and he could tell that matters had certainly changed in Riku. Interesting indeed, and only slightly less so than the mention of him having made two attempts. Something to look forward, no doubt.

"You are no longer suited as a puppet. I merely came to speak to you."