"Unbidden—when it comes at all. It is like a flash—then darkness. But the glimpse has convinced me, and I am forewarned."
I pondered this for a space, then:
"Could you tell me anything concerning how this war is to end?"
"I do not know, Mr. Drogue."
I considered. Then, again: "Have you any knowledge of what Fate intends concerning yourself?"
"No, sir."
"Nothing regarding your own future? That is strange."
She shook her head, watching me. And then I laughed lightly:
"Nothing, by any chance, concerning me, Penelope?"
"Yes."