I'm so glad you're seeing what Jayne is doing. He is seeking subspace, and if he had someone who came out and praised him and offered to never let him go, Jayne probably could be content. It would always rub wrong that Mann wasn't strong enough to force his submission without the weight of the law behind him, but Jayne could deal. Only, once again, Jayne isn't being given a chance to prove himself.

And I"m glad you like Mann. I wanted him at least a little likable since he's the one who's really going to profit from Jayne's sale.