..... well, Carly. Funny you should ask. Because... you see, if he was listening for something...

.... wouldn't you have just interrupted him?

....

If you needed help, the answer is 'yes.'

Fortunately, Vincent is too much of a professional to react to her; in fact, he continues crouching where he is, reptilian head cocked, before he stands--abruptly, with a unnecessary dramatic, sweeping gesture of his cloak.

He takes several steps forward, then stops again, listening.

Then he looks at her.

"......"

Ask a stupid question.........