announced Mike when the unlikely trio emerged from Swiss Cottage tube station. “I can distract your parents while Redfor nips round to the shed at the back. I’m good at distracting people!” “Cool, Mike! And start thinking how you’re gonna help me nick the Pentatron tablet for God.” “Make use of these,” suggested Redfor handing Mike the other spectacles case. “My mag-stunner too. We’ll swop clothes. Like I told you, God and I have work to do back here. I’ll stay behind.” “Man, I’d so like to meet God!” “He’s the last person on Earth you’d ever want to meet, Gary.” “Why? He sounds interesting. I’m mad about science.” Redfor seized Gary’s arm. “Don’t you understand? He’s trying to avoid you! He needs you, but you must never meet up. He sent me to keep an eye on you. Through Arthry.” “Hey, dude, don’t get shirty.” Redfor relaxed his hand. “Sorry! I’ve a lot on my mind. Okay, me and Mike, we’ll exchange clothes at your place.
