"It is a yes to me inviting you to my home."

Lestat has money out and on the counter before Daniel can even start thumbing through the bills in his own wallet.

"And absolutely a no to whatever hole-in-the-wall dive you thought you could bring me to. Unless, of course, the thought of being alone with me makes you nervous."

In his low and accented voice, the words sound almost like a purr, a fact which Lestat is entirely aware of.

"If you were to stay here, I've no doubt a number of eligible men will be grappling for your attention now."