Livia’s job

When Paolo got back to the table Tony spoke.

“The cops said I gotta go identify the body.”

“Of course you must.” agreed Paolo.

“Of course fucking nothing!” said Tony tetchily. “I ain’t seeing no body, particularly if it’s Terry’s. Can you understand that Paolo? Does it make sense? Will they all think it strange?” Tony’s worry, perhaps that he might appear unconcerned about his twin, rather gave away his vulnerability. He had had his outpouring of grief. He didn’t want anything triggering any more.

“I understand totally Tony. You don’t have to. Livia’s his next-of-kin after all.”