章 4: Chapter 4

“Mr. Shaw, could I ask your opinion on something?”

Christy looked up and smiled. “Of course.”

Mr. Fenton was frowning. “First editions,” he said, running a hand over his jaw. “Do you think we aretoo far out of the way of things to attract buyers who might want to invest in first editions rather thanjust buy books?”

Christy loved nothing more than Mr. Fenton asking his opinion, so he gave his question serious thought.“I think that should the bookshop acquire a reputation for trading in first editions, then people who would be interested might seek us, I mean you, out. He quickly corrected himself. It was easy to think of them as partnership, but Mr. Fenton didn’t appear to notice his slip. “I suspect buying books as aninvestment rather than just for pleasure will attract a different clientele?”

“Very true. Very true.” He rubbed his mouth again. “I have the opportunity to acquire a collection of first editions, but it is quite a significant investment on my part.”