The overt smile shutters back under control, but Connor's features still twist with a glint of disbelief. Stark might be a better actor than he'd thought, but Connor is far above standard. Any engineer talented enough to contribute toward a product of his worth wouldn't be laboring to shape nails in a fireplace.

Besides. One contradiction stands out rather glaringly.

"Again?" Hands unclasp, spreading in a show of innocence. "I'm afraid your story doesn't quite line up. I haven't harmed anyone."