"They're fine," Nero says flatly, immediately at V's concern. "Just dizzy and weak and coughing. I guess half-demons don't get sick very often, which explains all the goddamn bellyaching about it..."

V offers his assistance, and Nero is sorely tempted to ask if he's got a gag or two handy.

"They're about to be left on the side of the road somewhere if I don't get out of this house." To further make the point, Nero steps outside and closes the door behind him. "What kind of distraction?"