"Fuck me," was what Ed said to that, not leaving or hiding or anything like that. Partially because he kept an arm around Jonathan instead, wanting to stay close to him. And partially because he was too curious for his own good, as always.

"And that right there is why I am careful." Barty had to smirk, imagining himself saying what Edward had just said. He bent down by Klaus, trying to wrap an arm around him. "Can I take him into the backroom? I need to speak to him." He had to know what had happened. Although just looking at him was telling enough. "Drugs must keep his powers at bay."