“‘That wasn’t too disastrous, all things considered,’ I muttered. “‘Nae the most fun I’ve had with knots,’ she shrugged, rubbing her wrists. ‘Nor the least. But we’d best get off the streets. Where are these friends of yers?’ “I nodded down the alley. ‘Follow me, vile temptress.’ “‘Pushin’ yer luck now, Silverboy.’
