There are people who, though not notably handsome, give the impression of beauty; she was one of them. It was the sharp gleam in her eyes, partly; but, more than that, I was convinced it was due to her personality and the care she took with words, as well as her general demeanor, which suggested she was unlikely to struggle with chaos or lethargy. A brief conversation with her, and the realm of confusion, ambiguity, and uncertainty seemed, on the whole, to recede. Her words and gestures revealed a quiet strength, which made you believe that all our acts had purpose; that even when it led to
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