“Uncle Fitz will be so happy,” I said awkwardly, not sure exactly how to play into this ruse effectively, but fortunately, Beattie played right along.
“He will,” she said. “He’s been wanting to help the Library get this book for a couple of years now, right, Adaire?”
Adaire nodded. “Everyone is so excited to add it to the collection.”
“And I’m excited to spend my profits,” Stovall nearly shouted. He might have been getting a bit into his part, or maybe he was being sincere. I would be excited if I were him.
“How will you spend your dosh?” Aaran asked. I presumed the word dosh meant cash, by context, but I had already drunk most of my pint, so I couldn’t be certain.
doshcash, Stovall shook his head. “Elsie is trying to convince me that we need to donate the book, but I’m hoping she mig
