In the story from "Ceremony in Death" by J.D. Robb, a character takes the amulet gifted by Isis and places it around Eve's neck, prompting her to question its significance. She perceives his actions as superstitious, even calling out his denial of being influenced by such beliefs. Their interaction conveys a mix of intimacy and playful teasing, with Eve clearly skeptical of the amulet's importance.
The scene evolves as the tension...