“People?” the man said. “Hardly.”
Anna squinted at him. “Just a thought,” she said, stepping forward. “If you're trying to establish your innocence, showing open contempt for the rest of humanity really isn't the best way to go.”
Of course, the man ignored her and focused all of his attention on Keli…which was one way to crank up the awkward. Was she just supposed to stand here until he and Keli finished their staring contest? Sweet Mercy, were they communicating telepathically?
“So,” Anna went on. “You're a person of interest…and I'm an interesting person! Why don't we celebrate how much we have in common with a romantic evening in the Interrogation Room?”
With his mouth agape, the man shut his eyes and breathed out a sigh. “Yes…” he whispered. “You are powerful. Why do you waste your
