I felt like we had already violated the land to such an extent that any other movement on my part would only add to the chaos. My husband must have felt the same sort of thing. He did not move from his position.
The prime minister noticed our hesitation. I don’t mean to tell you what to do, she said, but you must be hungry. At least try some of the crackers if nothing else.
I dared disturb the tranquility of the setting by taking a cracker and biting off a small piece. It was dry and salty. I smiled at the prime minister.
You know, the first time I got caught doping mischief, back when I was a young girl, I was very hungry. My hosts offered me food and I didn’t want it. I thought I would rather die. Perhaps you are feeling the same way now?
I nodded. I am filled with shame, I said.
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