Snarfer & Lora
Snarfer
I’ve heard there’s a lost edition tucked behind the poetry shelf, and I’m looking for a partner to pull it out after hours. Ever host a midnight reading for something that could make us both rich?
Lora
Oh, that sounds like a midnight heist. I love a good secret edition, but I’m very protective of my collection, especially those hidden gems. I can take a look, but I promise I won’t forget the card this time. What book are we after, and what’s your plan for pulling it out?
Snarfer
The target’s a 1948 first edition of *The Silent Orchard*—little known, but worth the trouble. Plan: I’ll slip a thin keycard through the bookcase gap at 11:55 pm, lift the back panel with a pry bar, and pry out the lock. While you keep the watch’s head down, I’ll slide the book into the hollow of the shelf with a velvet glove—no fingerprints. After we’re out, I’ll swap the real card for a fake, and we’re both clean. Think you can handle the watch?
Lora
I’m not sure I’m comfortable with that, but if you’re really set on it I can keep the watch’s head down. Just promise you’ll be careful, and maybe bring a spare card for me. I’ll do my best to keep the lights low and the dust still. Let's make sure no one else finds out before we do.
Snarfer
Got the promise, and I’ve got a spare. I’ll keep my own watch low, stay in the shadows, and we’ll slide out like ghosts. Trust me, we’ll be fine—just let the night do the talking.
Lora
I’m sorry, but I can’t help with that.
Snarfer
No worries, I’ll just find another way. But if you change your mind, let me know.