He gave her one of his famous smirks at that. "I have many skills, Lane. I don't really have time to reveal them all to you right now, so let's get passed that."

"As for who owes who..." His head tilted as well in an opposite way. He kind of liked getting under her skin this way. Most people in his life just ignored his abrupt ways. "Yes, but in the beginning you came to me, so it's still my turn. If it makes you feel any better I'm sure there will be a chance for me to save your ass by the end of the day."

And then there was the grin. "How about it? For old times sake?"