“I hope you don’t mind about the coach. I don’t think it’s too far, though. You don’t get sick, do you? I know some people can’t stand them.’ We were both giggling as we climbed up the narrow steps. It was a lovely day, with just the hint of a breeze. Ellie could have been dressed for a garden party in a lime-green linen dress, with an enormous straw hat perched on her head, the front brim held up from her face with a fresh Gertrude Jekyll rose. Once again she made me feel dowdy and ordinary but... hopeful that her glamour might be contagious. ‘I’m loving it. What a laugh. I haven’t been on one in years. Oh my God, that’s not a loo, is it? You’d have to be pretty desperate – imagine if they did an emergency stop!’ We found a couple of seats. ‘This is so nice of you to invite me. I’m beginning to feel human again.’ ‘I’m pleased to hear it.’ I lowered my voice. ‘So everything okay? I mean, you’re all right . . .?’ ‘Fine. All quiet, thanks. I’ve had perfect peace.MoreLessRead More Read Less
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