Kallen fell asleep on the sofa before he finished reading The Drowsy Hours.
He slept until he sensed someone draping a blanket over him.
He opened his eyes and looked at Eunice standing before him. She was on tiptoe, trying carefully not to make a sound. When she saw him open his eyes, she whispered:
"You seemed tired. Sleep a little longer."
Kallen smiled. "But you're awake."
With that, he reached out and took Eunice's hand, drawing her down beside him on the sofa.
Kallen put his arm around her shoulders, and Eunice rested her head on his shoulder. Beyond that, neither of them made any other move.
"I didn't even know you were back. When I first woke up, I thought I was dreaming."
"Were you surprised you actually dreamed about me?"
"No. Isn't that perfectly normal?" Eunice laughed. "Even if I wanted to dream about someone else, I'd at least need someone to dream about. But you're the only one I've been involved with."
"So I'm not your one and only, just your only option?"
"What about you? I'm sure there must be other girls out there who like you. Are there?"
"Yes."
"And then?"
"I told her I had a girlfriend."
"Did you feel disappointed, or think it was a pity?"
"Not really. I didn't feel that way. Once you're full, you're no longer interested in trying other dishes."
"Wouldn't you get tired of it?" Eunice asked curiously. "Eating the same dish all the time."
Kallen shook his head. "No. There are plenty of colors and styles."
Eunice lightly bit her lower lip and pressed her forehead against Kallen's shoulder. After a long while, she said, "I'll go change."
Kallen held her back. "No hurry. Save it for next time."
"Next time?"
"I'll be staying at the