Coward offered another smile. It was easy enough, and it was fairly genuine. Maybe a little more showy than necessary, but they were at a party. One had to be social.

"Then I look forward to it. Tonight..."

She could be told. If she betrayed him, he could handle that himself. But she seemed the type to understand. Which was why he was willing to tilt his head just a bit and watch the hostess.

"I think I owe the lady of the house my compliments."