She laughs and clasps her hands together. "Ah! Now you look a little less crazy!"


"Shoes are, like, the most clever invention ev- no, nothing canvas, that just isn't practical. Try the boots. They'll keep your feet dry, and when they wear out, you can make sandals." And that probably reveals more about Metody's financial situation than she'd really be happy with.

"Oh, maybe you should get a scarf, too, or a hat. Something to protect your ears from the wind."

She smiles uncertainly a at the idea of repayment. "You can pay it forward. I'm sure they'll be someone else who needs a little help, soon enough."