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44 Chicken Little: The Inside Story
To which I added one of my own favorites: “The psychological
rule says that when an inner situation is not made conscious, it happens
outside, as fate.” 50
After that pot pourri the conversation turned to a discussion of
contemporary art. This was Rachel’s forum. She held forth at some
length on why she did what she did. Then she gave a lively demonstration
of how she did it.
I listened and watched and was happy for her.
It was well after midnight when I showed Norman and Brillig to
their quarters. My third floor consists of a bathroom flanked by two
small rooms. It did used to be an attic, but after a tasteful renovation
it’s quite cozy.
We paused on the landing.
“I believe the squirrels have decamped,” I said. “I’m still working
on the mice.”
Brillig smiled and held out his hand.
“It has been a most enjoyable evening,” he said, with undisguised
emotion. “I thank you for putting us up. I am mindful of the
inconvenience and trust you will have no cause for regret. Tomorrow
we shall get down to brass tacks.”
He bowed in that engaging old world manner and closed the
door. Norman said he was thankful to have been so warmly received
and disappeared into the other room.
In bed I snuggled up to Rachel. She responded and we had our
way. Drifting off to sleep, I was full of thoughts.
“Thanks for all your help tonight,” I murmured.
“It was fun, he’s a real charmer,” yawned Rachel. “Norman too.
Boy, he’s really changed. But you know what? We still don’t know
why they’re here. How come your letter didn’t put Brillig off? Do
you know where this is going?”
I had to admit that I too was in the dark.
50 Ibid., par. 126.