"It"s always complicated when you"re around," said Tom. He waved his phone. "I need to check in with my boss." He registered Scanlon"s glare as the Irishman lit another candle and dripped wax into a saucer. "Nothing personal, mate."
"None taken," said Scanlon as he stuck the candle into the solidifying base.
Tom had the phone to his ear. "Once I get the all clear, I"ll be making tracks. No offence, Gallagher, but this has nothing to do with me."
Gallagher smiled. "None taken."
Tom shook his head. "Bollocks to the pair of you. I"ve got a b****y good hotel room waiting for me. As soon as I can get someone to answer their f*****g phone I"m out of here."
Scanlon laughed. "Is he always like this?"
"Pretty much," said Gallagher. He picked up a bottle of brandy and four glasses. "Drink? We
