Simon had a friend, a young man who was not quite as handsome but was very charming and garrulous. I believe they were merely friends, but it is none of my business either way. The two of them played a sport of dressing as girls, a very pretty and charming pair of girls who frequented theaters and such establishments and flirted with men who knew exactly what they were and enjoyed participating in the performance. Liaisons were formed, to the financial benefit of Simon and his friend.
