"Why not? I mean, they are pretty goddamn perfect, aren't they? I'll try not to be insulted." She made no attempt to hide her growing amused smile.

She kept her eyes on the storefront across the street. No windows, so it looked like it was just a stakeout. It was possible that he had made her and was sneaking out the back, but that was just the risk when you worked alone. She'd have to catch him another time.

And if he hadn't... she'd just have to wait.

"Pleased to meet you, Connal." She raised a hand up and held it out for a shake. "And don't be too good. Everyone likes spice in their life."