(Carissa)
I revised my proposal on tax changes and printed it out. Clyde came to see me before the end of the workday. We talked about the tax cuts. He studied my proposal and nodded in agreement. I was pleased to hear some of his suggestions that improved my program.
"You must prepare yourself for tomorrow's visit," the Delta said. He smiled as I frowned, waiting for him to finish his sentence. "The merchants may say things you won't like."
Clyde didn't explain why he said that, and I didn't ask. I didn't care what people said about me or anyone else. I would only retaliate if they attacked me physically.
His statement made me eager to visit the market. The merchants had been friendly to me on my previous visit because I had come as a buyer. If they changed their attitude because I wa
