"I'm always careful," Drian promised, sounding a little too bright again.

He offered Bull a soft wink as he left the room, trying not to touch the bruise on his throat. It felt very warm in the cool air of the room, and he imagined it would be moreso after he left to headto the coast.

"I'll see you ... "

When, exactly?

"I'll see you soon, Bull. Please take care of yourself."

He couldn't be in two places at once, more was the pity.