Quite contrary to everything that Carmen had said, Tonino had stated categorically that he and his 'band of rocks,' as Ignacio had affectionately disparaged them, were quite happy to play for her and her colorful comrades, as well as their alien VIP, at any hour of the day whatsoever. Provided, of course, that she continued to supply them with contraband materials 'borrowed' from the palace storehouse such as tobacco and alcohol.