I, of course, must take my cue from him, or the sudden development of events.
"But Jack Blome did not enter into my calculations.

I gave him, at most, about a minute to live after Steele entered the place.

I meant to keep sharp eyes all around.

I knew, once with a gun out, Steele could kill Blome's comrades at the table as quick as lightning, if he chose.

I rather thought my game was to watch his outside partners.