Robert,

A bunch of really interesting phrases in the lyric. An interesting story to put to song - and an excellent title/hook.

Well done. The flute is a nice late addition...

fj

(You might be interested in a similar story that appeared in Smithsonian magazine about the guy who stole 8 million dollars worth of rare books and maps from the Carnegie Library.
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/theft-carnegie-library-books-maps-artworks-180975506/
)