“Do you know what syphilis is?” she said, smothering a smile. Unsuccessfully. “An old-timey disease?” “It’s an STD that causes sores on your genitals, rectum, and mouth.” “Wow. Are you implying I couldn’t have syphilis because no one would want to sleep with me? That’s rude.” “No. I’m sure you could get syphilis from anyone you want,” she joked. Then she flushed.
