"Surprise?" Andrew raised his eyebrows.

"No, you tend to shock me." Alice said, patting her fast-beat heart over her chest.

"It's a token of appreciation. You nailed it today, and I was busy with foreign delegates all the day to even congratulate you."

"Hmm, I am moved." Alice said. She moved the stuff toy to the other side and scooted over to him.

"What's with the whole power-girl theme?" she inquired, slipping her hands around his arm, resting her head on his shoulder, and giving the toy a playful jab.

"This reminds me of you, my powerful girl." He pinched her nose and pecked her forehead. "You seemed exhausted; let's...