It Was As Though, In One Moment,

I Raised My Hands, Trying To Shush Her. "don't Shush Me," She Said, Eyes Blazing. "i Hate Being Shushed.

If You Were Closer, I'd Slap You," She Said. "let Me Help," I Replied, And Stepped Closer. She Promptly Slapped Me, Which Surprised Me Only A Little. We Glared At Each Other In The Near Dark, And Then She Looked Away. "i'm Sorry I Slapped You," She Said. "that's All Right. I Quite Enjoyed It.

I Know You Pretty Well." "better Than Anyone I Think." I Smiled. Her Compliment Was Like A Gift Itself, Only More Precious Than Anything That Could Be Bought.

I Could Not Help Staring Back, For They Made Quite A Contrast: Kate's Pale Skin And Elegant Purple Suit, Nadira's Dusky Skin And Exotic Fiery Sari. "do We Clash?" Nadira Said Dryly. "we Certainly Do," Said Kate. "would You Like Me To Move?" "don't Trouble Yourself.

I Believe There Is Something On This Earth That You Desire More Than Anything, And It Isn't Me.