but I think I’d rather keep the bullet this time

It's hard to count sheep when you're turning up and devouring half the flock, [ he grouses, and opens an eye. All the better to see Marcone with, and keep a steady focus on him. At the mention of being "exceptionally annoying", however, he grinned nice and wide. Smiles of the Dresden-variation tended to be obnoxious, especially in lieu of the idea that he was exactly that. ]

Then what, we'll sit around and talk shop and paint each others toenails? Ivy got there first. I've got a twenty. Take it and I won't turn down the food.