in the hair,” he told her.  He tried to explain what happened and she stopped him.

   “No need for that, Irith.  I know why you’re here.  I’ve been waiting for you for a long time.  I hope you’re ready!  Hell, I hope I’m ready!  Can you move, yet?”

   “A little.  I think the gravity is less here.”

   “Well blessed be the Great Father!  You’re finally adapting.  The gravity hasn’t changed, you have, you idiot!  And, I for one am glad because, I sure as hell didn’t wait here to baby your sorry ass.”

   “What is your name, if I may ask?”

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