"Yes, if you help me with the packing."

"No problem," he said as he immediately began folding Violet's clothes.

"What exactly do you want to know?"

"Has your mother married? Or was she ever in a relationship? Is she currently in a relationship?"

"What is the source of your sudden interest?"

"Can't a guy be inquisitive? You're a child."

"I'm a man. Just let me know."

"The answer to all of the questions is no."

"Wow, that's erratic. Have you ever ...