Alec jumped in surprise at John's unexpected appearance, laughing at the discordant crash of keys. He picked up his cigar and resumed his lazy smoke rings as John imperiously ordered Allaster for 'the' outfit.
"Yes, hop to it, Holt," he growled, giving his friend another short, hard smile then he looked over at Charlie.
"Keep saying oui." His grin fell off his face and he blew a stream of smoke at the other man. "And don't forget to smile."