"I can't locate him."
"Isn't he home?"
"No. You ask too many questions, Kitten."
I admit I'm curious. That's how I got my nickname; but I'm always annoyed when anyone throws it up to me.
"Ask Cooper when he comes home," I said. "And that's not a question."
"I can't." Lennox sounded a little strained. "That's why I'm asking you. Yes or no."
"Do I owe you a favor?"
"No."
"Then I'll do it."
"As soon as possible, Kit."