“ Homo means ‘same,’ as in ‘homosexual,’ ” Simon explained patiently. “ Sequendum is the same root as our words ‘sequel’ or ‘consequences.’ It just means ‘the same result.’ Inverest goes for that Latin stuff.”
Unciello’s eyes swiveled up to the girl.
“That’s right,” she said in a low voice. “He does.”
“Guys like you with your education give me a pain,” Unciello said. His cold stare was on the Saint again. “And what’s that about reporting again?”
“I’m not stupid enough to expect you to turn me loose now,” Simon said. “And anyhow, Inverest is going to want another report on Sue — authenticated with our password — from me, before they finally let your brother go.”
The gang chieftain held out the pad towards his errand-boy.
“Have somebody downstairs send it,” he ordered.
He continued to study the Saint emotionlessly, but with deep curiosity.
“You’re a real smart fellow,” he said. “But you’re taking a lot of chances. What’s in it for you?”
Simon raised his eyebrows a fraction.