Addam just looked at me, long enough to have me fidgeting. He finally said, “You interest me, Hero. I’m fairly sure you saved my life, and a simple thank you seems so small. I don’t know whether I should pay you handsomely, or invite you into the shower with me.” “We take checks,” I said, before I could get uncomfortable or act stupid. His smile brightened, just briefly, and then he vanished into the bathroom. The door clicked shut behind him. Back through the bedroom door, I heard Brand either snicker or sigh. I couldn’t tell which.
