Page 55 of Pax

“Can we escape?” smirked Deanna.

“You bet your beautiful, sweet ass we can. Let’s go, Mrs. Pechkin.”

“Oh. I like that. Say it again, only low and sexy. And naked.” He grabbed her hand, laughing as they ran from the tent to the applause of those around them.

“They are a fine couple,” smiled Martha, holding tightly to Nathan’s hand.

“Yes, they are,” he said. “But I feel something is about to happen. Something that will change us.”

“I always feel that way,” said Franklin.

“Me too,” said Grip, holding Jonathon’s hand. “Maybe it’s something good that will happen.”

“I’m not feeling that,” said Yori.

“They will figure it out,” said Martha. “Our Marcel did excellent on this adventure, don’t y’all think?”

“He did,” nodded Franklin. “Should we prepare for the next couple?”

“I think we should,” nodded Martha. “But first, we dance.”