Tall, dark and very excited about violet schnapps. He may or may not be working on a tart to complement it.

( The macarons are set down, and Ruby idly unlaces and loosens her bodice, inch by inch, before drawing it away, and setting it on the floor, leaving her on a white blouse and the red skirts. )

Just wait until I give you a back massage. You won't want me to leave.