The Book of Blood Volume 6 The Last Illusion Part 4

The Book of Blood Volume 6 The Last Illusion Part 4

'Good,' said Valentin. 'Then the defences are holding, 22 which gives us a little time. Swann was a fine tactician, you know. But he could be careless. That was how they caught him. Sheer carelessness. He knew they were coming for him. I told him outright, I said we should cancel the remaining performances and go home. At least he had some sanctuary there.' 'You think he was murdered?' 'Jesus Christ,' said Valentin, almost despairing of Harry, 'of course he was murdered.' 'So he's past saving, right? The man's dead.' 'Dead; yes. Past saving? no.' 'Do you talk gibberish to everyone?' Valentin put his hand on Harry's shoulder, 'Oh no,' he said, with unfeigned sincerity. 'I don't trust anyone the way I trust you.' 'This is very sudden,' said Harry. 'May I ask why?' 'Because you're in this up to your neck, the way I am,' Valentin replied. 'No I'm not,' said Harry…