Lucas chuckled. ?Don?t give me that look. And do go thinking I don?t know all about you, Adrian. I check out all of the people who apply to work here. Carol may have hired you but I know all about your other job. You?re a dragon; it?s to be expected. But try to keep your hands off the gems of young, hot girls.? Lucas gave him a knowing look.

Adrian worked to keep his face from flushing at being caught. Thank the Gods, or his parents, for his darker complexion. ?Yes, sir.?

?Good. Just don?t do it again. Carol was able to convince the girl she wasn?t wearing it when she came in. But then I expected nothing less from my progeny. Now tell me about this Chinese Dragon and why you need to find her. I may know a few people who can help if need be.?

Adrian Trent leaned against the wall of Cherry Ink and watched the Midnighters stroll their way down M Street. A few tumbled out of Birreria Paradiso, the pizzeria joint across from the shop, closing it down for the night, their loud bawdy laughter filling the air. Some dashed down the street to Clyde?s to continue the Friday night drinking with only an hour until closing. Out of the masses taking the midnight walk, two women stopped in front of the shop, they glanced at him quickly then giggled before going inside.