She continued to spit out insults in all kinds of unpleasant language, leaving both Sigourney and Hilary stunned. The sales assistant's expression also became awkward and tense.

"I'm very sorry, miss, but that's our store policy."

"This customer arrived first and had already indicated she wanted the bag. Perhaps... perhaps you could try discussing it with her?"

The assistant, caught in the middle, offered the suggestion timidly.

It was only then that the girl bothered to glance at Sigourney. ...