“Slipped? You pushed me!” “I did nothing of the sort,” Elayne said primly. “You were showing off, balancing on the posts.” “And you shook the dock.” “I stepped onto it,” Elayne said. “Forcefully. I’m a vigorous person. I have a forceful stride.” “A forceful—That’s a downright lie!” “No, I’m merely stating the truth creatively. I’m Aes Sedai now. It’s a talent of ours. Now, are you going to row me on the pond, or not?”
