Allison got up slowly, tidied herself, and tucked the loose strands of hair behind her ear. She glanced up at Matthew who was now busy with the call, his back at her. She picked up one of the psychology books in front of her and started browsing the chapters, looking for something about gestures and body language.
Matthew glanced at Allison. He had no idea why she suddenly wanted to read and study behavioral science, but she looked so engrossed as her index finger ran through the first few pages and tapped it twice when she seemed to have found what she needed. Then, she flipped through the pages, put her feet up again, sat in an Indian sitting position, and started reading. Allison put the book down from time to time and closed her eyes as if she were trying to remember something. Matth
