Ranger, seated at the bar (well away from the dowdy woman) was swirling a glass of scotch when Gerald made his approach. Eyes narrowed with suspicion greeted him at first. They warmed - first with surprise and then with a mix of relief and victory - as the Lord offered his news.
Ranger swaps business cards with Gerald and returns the proffered hand; his grip is solid and dry.
"Of course. Of course. I hope that this will be the beginning of a fruitful partnership. For both parties. Will you drink with me to our success?"
And so we fade to black, as our imaginary camera zooms out from "Twice Dead" and Lawyer Dude at the bar.
As the scene closes so does the Invisible Hands story arc. Thank you all for participating
The Society of Penelope will return...