Molokov nodded, entirely too pleased at the prospect. "Of course. We must not waste any opportunity here. Our errant grandmaster must return home where he belongs, that is all there is to it. I am sure his wife will be very happy to have him home as well. She will help us, I am certain. I will suggest things - they may even be true."

He motioned for a refill of his coffee and once the waitress had sidled away, he continued. "And you. You will speak to Miss Vassey?"