[He was never questioned about his association with his fellow heroes that directly, and never in relation with their civilian identities. Barnaby made it a point to memorize all of their names long before he counted them as his friends. His next words were chosen carefully, wary about what all this woman knew.]
I've met Miss Pao-Lin a number of times. We're associates. [But, back to the point:] What do you mean that Sternbild isn't here? [A tense beat passed as his gaze quickly darted to the side.] And why don't I have my clothes?
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[He was never questioned about his association with his fellow heroes that directly, and never in relation with their civilian identities. Barnaby made it a point to memorize all of their names long before he counted them as his friends. His next words were chosen carefully, wary about what all this woman knew.]
I've met Miss Pao-Lin a number of times. We're associates. [But, back to the point:] What do you mean that Sternbild isn't here? [A tense beat passed as his gaze quickly darted to the side.] And why don't I have my clothes?