Elaine's breath was coming quicker, and Lexi could certainly tell she was attracted, beneath her agitation. Still, she said, "You look different. In my dreams. You're a man." She almost seemed to be saying things as candidly as possible, as if it might drive Lexi away. "But I can tell, it's still you. You were my friend. I fell in love with you, but you... you always..." She was trembling, still so close.