One of the priestesses there has fallen ill and they need a replacement. We have sent for a carriage and guards but so far nothing has arrived." So, w...hat, you want me to take her there." I looked Sophie up and down and licked my lips as she blushed at my obvious appraisal. "I would love to help."She coughed loudly and sneered at me. "Those of us in our order take vows of celibacy. You will be guarding both her body and her honour, though you may know little of that." So, what? I don't make any. Having my daughters put together a talent show just for me was still very odd, yet I was impressed by how much work had gone into it. The décor. The costume. The trained puppy. It was all very theatrical.I started to relax as Barbie told whoever it was she had been conversing with for the past few minutes she would have to call he back. As soon as she hung up, she turned to the puppy. He barked joyfully.“Please be quiet,” begged my daughter. “I don’t want my mom to hear us.” The puppy didn’t. (I can't believe how long it takes meto get ready now a days.) I heard the front door open and the sound ofRita talking to someone. I was trying to get finished when Rita came intothe room and announced that Mike had arrived. I told her I was aware ofthat but I still wasn't quite ready. She gave me a knowing smile and said, "I'll tell him you'll be down in aminute."I thanked her and scrambled to find my brush. As I was combing my hair, Iwondered why I was hurrying so much if I didn't really. But it was a mere pause, as Dave yelled like some game hunter and dashed after her . The rest of the crowd made a rush to the door , some to see a naked Anna running down the interstate, illuminated occasionally by bright lights of passing cars and some to give chase. No one was guarding me and I took hold of this opportunity to quickly assume a respectable guise , throwing away the collar and grabbing my shirt and denim. It was a while I came out and I could still see Anna at a distance , now.