" here’s your change and receipt. You want a bag for your old stuff?”
“Yes, please. Thank you.”
A big white bag with a red star was passed over the console. “Thanks for coming in—my name’s Antoine, by the way. If you want to come back for shoes.”
After shoving his former clothes inside, Xcor found himself bowing at the waist. “Your assistance has been much appreciated.”
Antoine raised his palm like he was getting ready to do a clap on the shoulder again. But once more, he caught himself and smiled instead. “Knock her dead, my man.”
“Oh, no.” Xcor shook his head. “That shan’t be necessary. This one I like. "

― J.R. Ward , The King (Black Dagger Brotherhood, #12)