Ashes and Rose Petals
Rome asked, his tone not conveying he was opposed to the idea, just that he was thinking aloud.
“The beautiful thing is that my friend is a master of disguise,” Gus said. “He used to be an undercover investigator for Interpol, but he is retired now.”
Ella’s forehead crinkled. “How old is your friend?”
“He’s much older than us,” Gus said. “He used to be my neighbor when I was a schoolboy, and I would go over every day and let him rearrange my face.”
Rome laughed at his misuse of the phrase, but Gus didn’t even blink. “I guess you’re certain we can trust him if you’re suggesting we go there?”
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