“If the two of you are entirely finished…” Athos had disappeared briefly up the stairs for his sword and pistol, but now he returns, looking more musketeer than modern man. Though he has seen the looks he gets when walking about fully armed, and generally limits himself to his rapier for politeness’ sake, he now makes no effort to hide his weaponry.

And he’s wearing the scent - though he will never admit it aloud.

“Why don't we get this cake business over with already?"