[The Sanctuary felt emptier without Helen. He hadn't minded the quiet when it was just the two of them, but now, it was hollow. If he were inclined to be sentimental, he'd say it had lost its heart. But really, he just found it less entertaining. Sure, he had the run of the place and no one to lecture him when he emptied the wine cellar or accidentally blew up one of the labs, but that was half the fun.
Time to revisit the hotel, then. He could use the change of scenery.
You've gotta hand it to timing.
Nikola didn't answer immediately, waiting several beats longer than necessary. People who asked that question usually expected something immediate or hoped for nothing at all. He liked to build suspense.]
Isn't there usually? [For once, he was without wine, which led to a bit more talking with his hands.] New?