You don't seem surprised.

[Aunamee had implied as much to her at least, though he's a bit miffed that she may have believed Aunamee.

But the fact that she isn't accusing him, isn't outraged, is novel. Perhaps this isn't the end of his little game for himself. She's also not scared - he notes this with less pleasure.]

I see you're already acquainted with my employee. [Black Hat flings a glare back at Flug as he says it. Flug failed to mention this little 'friend' he'd made.] How did that come about? He's not usually one to be particularly outgoing.

[Especially not to heroes comes the unspoken addition.]