If Anyone Comes Near You, Just Scream

His Speech Failed To Rouse An Enthusiastic Cheer, But No One Dared Contradict Him.

I Prefer The Word Aviatrix. It Has More Zing To It." "it's Very Zingy," I Agreed.

I Turned Around And Headed Back To The Stairwell, Planning To Go Downstairs And Buy A Chocolate Bar From The Vending Machine. Maybe It Would Fall On Me And End My Misery.

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 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.