"Oh, no. Divers never mix. Our existence is a top-secret. And the risk of losing two Divers in a single accident would keep the Defense Council awake at night."
"But everyone was here today."
"To welcome you. That's a big occasion to us."
"It's the biggest thing that ever happened to me," Fred Williams said.
"I know," Pat answered quietly. "I saw your mind. But I'll change that, Fred."
She stood up and brushed her hands over her dress.
"Where will I see you again?" he asked.
"You never will."
He stood up to protest.
"Not in the body," she amended.