Chapter 8

Good Omenssat next to something in Russian, a nonfiction book on recent advancements in security technology, and an ancient-looking tome on Arthurian legend. Marlow smiled at the assortment of titles and picked up the Arthur book to page through it. There were several illustrations, beautifully painted, including one that seemed familiar, almost like a crest, with an elegant sword—

“Feel free to make yourself comfortable.” Remy entered with the elusive bag in tow. He set it on the chair on top of Marlow’s jacket.

“Oh.” Marlow hadn’t thought to undress. He didn’t really—no, he could say it: he had no idea what he was doing.

“Or do I get to unwrap this exquisite gift?” Remy grinned wider on his approach.

How did he make everything he said sound both scripted and natural?

He cupped Marlow’s cheek again. His skin was wonderfully warm.