"I thought women were more subtle. My sisters are at any rate," he said with a small smile. "I just have to keep remembering to put a shirt and jeans on. My mirror now screeches at me if I forget and try to leave my room. Handy system, really."
"Strays that Ronan picks up? Are you talking about Atlas?" he asked. "Who is he? I didn't get a chance to speak to him, you know I have to do as much work as possible after the full so the owner doesn't sack me," he said, scowling a little bit. "I'm glad you're happy with him and that he seems as happy. You deserve it, Ben. Even if I did wonder if he'd rip your head off those first few times we met," he teased.