Book 2: Alix Rothschild, Part Seven: Chapters 69 - 73 Summary

David and Harry settled into a steam bath room. Called a banya, David feels like he is taking a sauna in the boiler room of a large apartment building. They order a cold beer and by the time it arrives, both are grateful for it's soothing relief. The heat is intense and sears their insides as they try to take in breath. Harry tries to tell David how misplaced he feels, sitting on the wings instead of in the middle of the action, chasing down leads. In a sudden boyish camaraderie, Harry thumps David hard and high on one thigh and without thinking, David hits him back, connecting squarely with his chin. Harry spits out a mouthful of blood and before either can say much, they are both laughing wildly and...