Lunch is almost ready.
Tessa placed the platter containing a number of ham and cheese sandwiches in the center of the kitchen table. I think he's out back. Richie was indeed in the alley behind the shop, holding something and tossing it playfully from one hand to another. The boy turned in surprise and Duncan had a clear view of the item in his hands. He vaguely registered the fact that Tessa had come up beside him and was staring in horror at their son.