She had such a good retort in mind for right then. Something about being an open book, just go to the library and look up a certain fairy tale book. It was all right there. Even though it really wasn't, but it wouldn't be a good retort if you said one thing and then went on to say 'just kidding, not really'.

"But it wouldn't be that tiresome to hear it." Cindy went back to a smile, her expressions shifting as fast as she thought of them. Lying required skill, but telling the truth required strength.

"I grew up in a place about as big as this. A small town, ruled under a monarchy. But the town was nice. Nicer then this, but just as small." She looked at the window. "I think that's why I like cities. The bigger the better."