“Perhaps you’re right, Carlotta.”
“What do you see in her, Phillipe? She is quite an extraordinary beauty, it’s true. But I’m sure she’s not the only attractive woman you know…”
“It doesn’t matter anymore…”
“Come, Phillipe, cheer up. Let me take you out for dinner. I came back to Seaside City as soon as I heard of your accident. When I almost got your pants off a minute ago, I saw a nasty scar. What in the world happened to you down there, Phillipe?”
“It’s a long story. I’m sorry you had to see that as well, Carlotta. It’s hideous.”
“I don’t think so. I’ve never told you, but I’ve always had a thing about scars on men. I’ve always found them to be attractive, especially the placement of your new one, Phillipe… Let me take you out for a bite to eat.”
“I’m not particularly in the mood
