In a daze she handed over the cash and before she knew what was happening she was on her way out of the old shop with the mysterious box in her bag. XXX Those silly things are going to provide no protection at all.’
‘They’re clean and paid for Miss, ‘ retorted Bethany. She gave an experimental swish and cane seemed to sing as it hissed through the air. It raised itself a little higher, hissed down a little harder making a mark perfectly parallel to the previous two. As there was no sign of anyone serving, Amelia resolved to do a quick about turn and leave the shop. She took out her purse and counted the cash. She wiped the clinging web from her face with a tissue, vowing never to set foot in such a dreadful place ever again.
