FROM INDIA WITH LOVE PART 10C The Orient Express continued from 10B

Continued from 10B......
The meal arrived and they both ate in silence. Touching their feet under the table was sufficient communication. Occasionally they would glance out of the window at the passing countryside. The train would travel through Milan, Lausanne and then Paris.
Crown's thoughts were interrupted by Pierre who said that he had found one person from Russia on the passenger list. A Mr Asimov. Should I tell him that you wish to speak?
Thank you Pierre, but no. I am sure we will meet sometime on the journey. I wish to surprise him.
Lana looked up. So he is here. Let's get back to the cabin and perhaps this evening there will be more people around, especially at the bar. They have a pianist there. I noticed when we passed through to this carriage,
They got up from the table and returned to their little sanctuary. The sun was bursting through the window and Crown pulled down the blind. It was a luxury compartment, furnished with bed, seats, en suite.
He felt arms around his waist. I'm going to get undressed and lie down. Come and join me when you're ready, said Lana. She removed her suit, blouse and underwear. The bed sheet was thrown back and she snuggled down, pulling the cover up to her neck.
Crown checked the door was secure and placed a chair against it. He put his gun on a nearby table and undressed. He sat on the edge of the bed and took her hand. She pulled him towards her and kissed him softly, then fiercely with passion. His hand caressed her left breast and he pulled the sheet to the end of the bed, exposing her body that was naked except for the small string of pearls round her neck. Crown kissed every inch of her body, working up to her lips.Her arms groped for him. The room was silent except for the sound of the train clicking on the rails and points. Shadows and lights flashed across the compartment as the two lovers entwined their bodies.

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After sleeping and a shower, the two agents prepared themselves for the evening. First to the bar, and then the evening meal. Lana put on a gold coloured, body hugging, silk, full length dress and shoes with a two inch heel. Crown felt comfortable in a dark blue suit, Ben Sherman turquoise shirt and navy tie.
On arrival at the bar, the pianist was playing and singing, "All of Me."
Lana said she would have the same drink as tried lunchtime. Crown ordered two Martinis.
They sat in the luxurious surroundings that were the main feature of this train.
Lana leaned forward and kissed Crown. Thank you.
What for?
For making me happy.
It was my pleasure, said Crown. Always happy to be close to someone beautiful like you.
The music changed and the pianist began to sing, "Some Kind of Wonderful."
Crown particularly liked this song, and without Lana knowing, had requested it.
After an hour, Crown and Lana made their way to the restaurant car. There were a large number of people dining, and Pierre showed the couple to their seats. He mentioned that the man Crown was interested in was sitting to the rear of the carriage. Crown was facing in the opposite direction, and asked Lana to take a look. She looked shocked.
I know that man. He came to the embassy in Delhi and spoke about the SEF. I recognise his reddish hair and face. He's got to be the one who's after us.
If he leaves, tell me, said Crown. I'll follow him. You must wait here with the bag. You'll be safe with all these people around.
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continued in part 10D to follow shortly