"As someone who has had to stake their life on a false appearance holding water for extended periods of time, I'm making a suggestion. We are not friends; that does not mean I want you to take unnecessary risks that could lead to harm coming to you or others," Devin replied with as much casual disinterest as he could muster. "You wanted my tactical assessment on things, and I'm giving it to you."

Not to mention he would prefer one less gorgeous redhead in this city if it was at all possible.