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Melanie was threatened by Heidi the first time she ever laid eyes on her. She knew the young woman was a talented poet - but Heidi's talent was surpassed only by her ego. Yes, the world thought Heidi was a talented poet, but not as much as Heidi thought Heidi was a talented poet! That level of overconfidence, once it reached arrogance, bothered Melanie at her Iowa farm girl core.
That said, Heidi's writing - and her arrogance - wasn't what bothered Melanie. It was her incredible, intoxicating beauty. She was easily the most attractive woman on campus. And that's saying something. Her long blonde hair was always perfect. The tiny sun dresses she wore year round showcased her trim, athletic, model-like body. Her eyes were the most brilliant green that Melanie had ever seen, they were as
