It's strange, but the way they speak to each other, despite Arno's approving description of Shay as someone he'd trust with his life... it makes her think a little of the Dead Men.

"Try not to come to blows before we can get to business," China says dryly. She takes one step away from Arno, fixes her gaze on the point in the shadows Shay's voice is coming from. "Master Cormac. If we can set aside unannounced violations of your ship's sanctity for just a few minutes. I have a pair of vulnerable contacts that require subtle protection, and monsieur Dorian brought up your name." She leaves the glowing praise out for now. "Can you be persuaded to set your lady-love aside for a little while?"