"Thank you," Strange says, with a nod, taking the books from Rita. He doesn't even make a comment about the scorched covers because well, it's not like Strange can judge people on how they take care of their books.

Very carefully and very slowly, he starts to walk back to one of the tables. Apparently he's just going to start reading these here and now. "I wonder...do you think your cloaking magic would be enough, or should I mix mine with yours for better results?"