Down went more brandy, but it could be argued that Pierce held his liquor better than Naea - who probably weighed about 102 pounds dripping wet. "Elaine," he said, answering the first question. "She was married to me for twenty-eight years so naturally she's a patient sort of person. Definitely a lot more awesome than yours truly." But he was a little biased, let it be known. "I'm stubborn and not very even-tempered but she kept both in check rather well. You know that saying about finding your other half and whatnot? I don't think it was just that," he said, studying the brandy. "It was more like two wholes coinciding perfectly."