He was already mid-rant as he came through the door.

"…need to know how the format played. If they didn't like it, I think we both take a hit, but if they liked it, we take a bigger one for not being the guy to make the suggestion. Run health care, and I want a question about the 'President Santos' thing, and when the East Coast numbers start coming I…"

Finally noting her amused expression, he broke off.

"I'm—talking too fast, aren't I?" His eyes swept left, taking in the otherwise empty room. "Where's Kenny?"

"Bathroom," Joey said calmly.