"Shopping is done?" Alisha asked as she followed Alex out from the store, feeling better than before.

She took a deep breath; at least now she wouldn't have to face the hateful looks she got in there. Somehow, it did feel like her mistake, but she wasn't the one to blame when the real issue was Alex.

"Yes, but I think your slippers are still left," Alex said.

"I don't want slippers. I can manage with the shoes I have. They won't even show under gowns, and I'm literally tired. I don't want to ...