The stifled laugh had one of Cade's brows arching. He couldn't remember the last time one had found him amusing. If anyone ever had. Ah, well. At least he hadn't offended her. "I'm mostly here because it looks good for my bosses," he said, turning toward the petite blonde. "And I'd probably lose my job if I didn't." Cade didn't see a problem with being perfectly truthful.
He hesitated then asked almost grudgingly, "What about yourself?"