World After (Penryn & the End of Days, #2)

by Susan Ee

“Can I name your sword?” “No.” I pull out a pair of jeans that might fit and one sock. “Why not?” “Already has a name.” I continue digging through the pile for a matching sock. “What is it?” “Pooky Bear.” His friendly face suddenly becomes serious. “You’re naming your collector’s-item, kick-ass sword that’s made to maim and kill, specifically designed to bring your ginormous enemies to their knees and hear the lamentation of their women—Pooky Bear?” “Yeah, you like it?” “Even joking about that is a crime against nature. You know that, right? I’m trying desperately not to make an anti-girl comment right now, but you’re making it pretty hard.” “Yeah, you’re right.” I shrug. “I might call it Toto or Flossy instead. What do you think?” He looks at me like I’m nuttier than my mom. “Am I mistaken? Do you actually have a purse dog in that scabbard?” “Oh, I wonder if I can find a pink sheath for Pooky Bear. Maybe with little rhinestones? What? Too much?”