Karl's New Threads. (quick read)
"Hey Karl, over here!" The big man pushed through the bustle of the early morning market towards the man shouting his name. "I've got those boots you wanted!" "Yeah? Did you get the other things I asked for too? The big man is sweating already and it's only 6:30 in the morning. Once the sun gets up, this old converted cattle shed it going to be unbearable. Better get business over and done with quick. "Some of it yeah, but it wasn't easy. You got the stuff?" The black market trader is pawing through the pile of goods on his table, sorting things and arranging items of clothing. He seems not to be paying attention. "listen. You wanted this junk and you said you could get me what I need..." "Of course, of course. I just want to be sure we both get what we want." "..cos if you haven't got it, there are a lot of other traders here." Karl sweeps his arm around to indicate the market hall. It's r...