SINGLE MEN ENTERED the club. Several exit with a woman. One couple stagger off down the street, speech slurring, not looking as though either will be much use to the other. Another leaves straightening his tie. Perhaps there are rooms upstairs.
Why’s she taking so long?
Lily finished her act some while ago. She’s had plenty of time to get changed and...
Ahhh...
There she is...
She emerges onto the street, accompanied by another girl, fair-haired, or so it seems in the strange lighting provided by the fluorescent signage. High heels and performance wear have been exchanged for her original jeans and tee-shirt. In the sultry air, even the tee-shirts are warm wear.
Lily looks up the street and down, then across to the cafe window before, arm in arm, the pair set off together at a brisk
