“What can I do to make you care?”

“It might as well be Africa.”

“Really? It’s just absolutely stunning. How about thinking about us for a moment.”

She attempted to look his way, but continued drifting along without replying.

“So that’s it then. Happy to go like this are you?”

“Of course not. But since we’ve no choice…”

Again the silent beauty of the desert filled her thoughts, and again it was interrupted, “It was nice working with you Matilda.”

“Goodbye Eric. How about you shut up, conserve your air supply, and enjoy the show.”

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