“…and then I told her, ‘If you think that’s bad, you should see what happens when I try to use chopsticks!’” Amy’s words tumbled out in a frantic stream, her hands fluttering like startled birds as she gestured wildly. Her leg bounced incessantly, causing the entire row of airplane seats to vibrate subtly.

Lucas gritted his teeth, trying to focus on the e-book displayed on his tablet.

Amy had not stopped talking ever since they boarded. At this point, Lucas was used to her ...