Leonora came to the bed and folded Maud into her bosom. Maud fought to get her nose free. Loose hands met Leonora’s majestic belly and heavy breasts. She couldn’t push, that was as bad as submitting. To her shame, she began to cry. “What is it with you, Maud?” “I told you. I’m off the whole thing. Right off. I did tell you.” “I can relax you.” “You must be able to see you have exactly the opposite effect. Go back to bed, Leonora. Please.” Leonora made various rrr-ooof noises like a large dog or bear, and finally rolled away, laughing. “Tomorrow is another day,” said Leonora. “Sweet dreams,
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