"I knew I liked that girl." There was a humor to Vex's voice that hadn't been there since she'd found Scanlan in the lobby, but understanding too. He was separated from his daughter now, through no fault of his own. Although Vex held to the hope he was still there as well, since none of them had noticed anyone who'd been here going missing at home.

"I'm not making any promises. You hurt a lot of people the way you left. Whether they forgive you or not is up to them. I will say, if you so much as think about pulling another stunt like this, I will have Trinket sit on you until you come to your senses, and put a few arrows where you least want to be pricked. You understand?"