I always did. I had to. [ But he was glad to hear it. That he hid it well despite it once or twice coming up in conversation was an undeniable relief. It meant it was still a surprise to the right people.

His answer was a soft sort of smile, clearly hiding something, and he motioned upward toward the stars above them with a tilt of his chin. So far she'd only looked down. He didn't back of the instruction with an order. ]

The people I care about have always been hurt because I try and hide what I can do from them. My wife, my brother--I've never been a big fan of honesty. Not unexpected for a lawyer and a politician.