"Still," Biffy said, as if there was some principle he dearly needed to uphold. He knew perfectly well that modern times had relaxed standards and that Daine, herself, was a rough and tumble sort who needed no coddling. It just seemed important, especially when discussing such savagery.

"So, altogether, it makes for a pretty sad story. Saved my life only to have to save my life all over again, I suppose."