Altar of Twilight it's strange what desire will make foolish people do

As she drew nearer, he felt the beginnings of a ghostly smile tug at the corners of his mouth. Every step appeased him, a dilent will that she would not stop short of him or otherwise try and lead him around. But Hydra knew he was not one easily tamed or bridled on a whim; everything was calculated, all the risks weighed and balanced.

"It would be a shame if you hadn't," he answered, regarding her gently. It was hard not to let his gaze wander the length of her. "But perhaps I made myself easier to be found." His smile blossomed then, knavish as ever, teasing. He could have gone to greater lengths but time hardly allowed for it.