Stephen, who had thought he was alone, whirled around in surprise. He dropped the offensive clothing and somehow managed not to swear profusely at Asher for startling him.

"When did you get here?!" And, once his heart rate was back to normal, "Was I--what? No. Not for lack of trying, though..." He trailed off, pondering it. Being the youngest of eleven led to lots of siblings carrying you around.