"Got it." Saga didn't have to think or even hesitate long enough to mull over what his steady gaze was trying to convey. She'd had her share of experiences with others who could be called "less than savory" on good days and, just as she had no reason to doubt this man's warning, she also had no reason to balk just because of that.

"I'll be sure to keep that in mind," she added, turning away to retrace her steps. "For the time being, please come with me. I'll explain what I can somewhere that's not so open."