From Blood Apprentice, coming February 2019… “I received your letter of introduction two weeks ago,” Inés said. “Novia speaks highly of you and your partner.” Inés glanced at Tenzin, who remained silent as they sat at the table. “I confess, she is not what I had expected.” Tenzin spoke quietly. “I’m usually not.” Inés smiled. “I understand you are here for work.” “I am.” Ben started on the carefully rehearsed story. “As I’m sure you’re aware, my uncle, Giovanni Vecchio, specializes in retrieval of items that are literary in nature. Books. Correspondence. Things of interest to a specific and very private clientele.” “I understand.” Inés paused as a servant set a bottle in front of her. “White wine?” “Thank you.” Ben pushed his glass forward. “While my uncle focuses on items of a literary nature, I assist him when a client is looking for something slightly different.” “Like treasure?” Ben […]
Published on December 19, 2018 08:55