***
Penny went in to see John. He had another client due in an hour; a banker with his wife, who wished to learn the secrets of the ropes. John was sat on his patient chair reading a philosophy book.
“How did it go with Elizabeth?”
John smiled placidly, inclining his head, and said nothing.
“Well, she seemed blissful,” remarked Penny.
John nodded, non-committally.
“Will you have dinner with us?”
“I’d really like that!”
“Great! I think about eight o’clock?”
“I look forward to it, thank you.”
I think David would like some lessons?”
“I’d be glad to, absolutely.”
A pause.
“John?”
“Penny?”
“Will you tie me up one day?”
“That would be… very special. When would you like it to be?”
“Probably when you have finished tying everyone else up.”
She left, and he was left holding his boo
