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keep coming in. So many people who want to shop with Kunstringen, The Art
Ring.
Claire smiles and answers “Yes it certainly isn’t bad news.
“The only pity is that I should have thought of this before.
“Don’t worry. Brian and Adrian are already out there, readying your
yacht. They’ll receive you as soon as you land. I need to do an inspection before,
but that’s it. As you, and your cargo, are the high priority target, I’m not dire need
for protection. The most important thing is you and the art pieces reaching
India”
Gustav answers: “Yes, I’ve had contact with Adi and Bri, they’ll pick me up
tomorrow night. Oh, and by the way it was quite exciting with the Beuys’ show, it
was a great way for us to spend our last free evening together.”
Claire just keeps smiling as she’d done all night and takes a sip of her
wine.
At the table next to them sits a loving couple holding each other's hands.
It’s apparent that they’ve forgotten about the outside world, and is now
completely engrossed in each other and their infatuation. Gustav takes notices,
and for a brief moment he becomes in doubtful of his own actions; does he really
spend enough time treating Claire as the girlfriend she is. The last few weeks of
hard work, has made an impression on her, and he can see that has actually
benefitted their relationship, even though they are both worn out of all the
stress.
For many years they have been able to run businesses more quietly, back when
she was just his mistress, not long after he got divorced as he caught by his wife.
Emilio is now back at their table with a large tray containing two big
bowls of steaming hot soups, white napkins, bread and cutlery are ready. The
starters are served.