Linda stopped at Martier's desk the next morning and did a quick model pose while Martier laughed and then clapped in approval.

"Beautiful!" she exclaimed.

Linda had cut her weave down to a more reasonable length and then curled it so that the texture wasn't quite so obviously fake. She wore tweed slacks and a light blue sweater along with black leather ankle boots. Her makeup was subtle but striking.

"Thank you, Sis." Linda exclaimed. "Your suggestions really ...