She doesn’t like to go to parties or travel or do any fun things.
“But you do?” “You bet I do. That’s what life’s all about, isn’t it, luv?”
“You were born in London, weren’t you, Toni? Do you want to tell me about it?”
“I’ll tell you one thing. I wish I were there now.” Silence. “Toni...? Toni...?” She was gone.
Gilbert Keller said to Ashley, “I’d like to speak to Alette.” He watched the expression on Ashley’s face change.
He leaned forward and said softly, “Alette.” “Si.” “Did you hear my conversation with Toni?” “Yes.”
“Do you and Toni know each other?” “Yes.” Of course we do, stupid. “But Ashley doesn’t know either of you?” “No.”
“Do you like Ashley?” “She’s all right.” Why are you asking me all these foolish questions? “Why don’t you talk to her?”
“Toni does not want me to.” “Does Toni always tell you what to do?”
“Toni is my friend.” It’s none of your business. “I want to be your friend, Alette. Tell me about yourself. Where were you born?”
“I was born in Rome.” “Did you like Rome?” Gilbert Keller watched the expression on Ashley’s face change, and she began to weep.
Why? Dr. Keller leaned forward and said soothingly, “It’s all right. You’re going to awaken now. Ashley....”
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