'Do you want to ride the flying train through the Andes?"

'No."

'Then go in the magic sphere to the Earth Centre?"

"No," replied the girl weakly for it was clear something disturbed her. 'In fact, it seems very interesting. But not now. I'd like to talk about the contest in which I'll participate... and learn to play chess. Mr. Knudlac says it can help me develop my thinking."

'I honestly tell you I expected to talk and play chess with you. It's just I didn't expect ...