The vehemence of his answer came as a surprise to her. But was it really that surprising? Years of pent up frustration could do that to you, could they not? Katherine knew that all too well. She had taken a blow at people who had neither deserved nor caused her anger. And people jumping to conclusions - well, she hated it with a passion.
"Soul mates?" she asked, hoping to give a nudge in the right direction. The rest of the questions could wait for later.