Ray let out a soft chuckle. "Getting respectful on me all of a sudden, subject?"

"Kiss my ass!" Gregory shot back.

Gregory wasn't educated—cursing came naturally to him—and he didn't even realize the absurdity of the situation. He just kept spewing obscenities.

Ray didn't bother responding. People like him weren't worth the effort. Compared to the lunatics of Lucas's crew, this guy was dull.

He had expected some thrill from showing off, but… nothing. Not even a trace of satisfaction.

Hmm. M