[locked to miss_lockhart]

Clay is sitting on a bench close to the park where he used to go with David. He's brough a book but he isn't reading. He is hiding. And the best way to hide is in full view.

The tavern

He's got Rannuccio's key now. He gave it to him.

He walks down to the tavern and climbs the stairs. His hands are trembling a little.

The room is empty. He undresses, folding his clothes very carefully and gets under the blanket. Ranuccio will come soon. He knows he will.