A gift, a beautiful one-- even as Riley allowed his fingers to trace against one of the leaves shimmering. This was a beautiful gift, far more beautiful then he could've hoped. He then set about a response text.

How about this? I still insist on doing something in return for this gorgeous bookcase, so I will keep an extra eye on your brother? Is that an acceptable trade?

[ It was not much, but he knew that Liam cared very deeply about Trick. ]

Part gift, and part handler's fee.

[ There was the Priest's sense of humor coming through, showing that he did have a witty sense of humor. ]