Jorick stayed to talk to Jamie. Katelina was tired of Executioners, and slipped outside to steal a cigarette from Micah. She knocked on several doors, ending at Brandle's.

"Sorry. I don't know where he is. Did you need him for something important?"

"Just a cigarette."

Brandle fished a pack from his pocket. "As it stands, I have a few of my own I don't mind sharing."

"I didn't know you smoked."

"Occasionally, when the mood strikes." He stepped ...