“Boy, I love Phil Silvers!” said Aloha. “They`re playing in a poker tournament next week!”

Gepetto kissed her to shut her up.

“Poser, drive” said Strudel, once they reached North Carolina.

“Fine” said Poser. “Pix, come on, baby”

“Oh, please” said Monkeyberry.

Meanwhile, Banana had walked to Medina. It had been a long walk. She got in a cab, and was on her way to Lagrange.

Back in the car, Strawberry looked uncomfortable.

“Aww, what's wrong?” said Gepetto. “Sally not good enough for you?”

Strawberry kicked him. “You know, you can stop calling him Sally” she said.

“Aww” said Gepetto. “Sticking up for your boyfriend”

“He`s NOT my boyfriend” said Strawberry.

Muffins looked hurt. Strawberry secretly squeezed his hand.

“Aww, don`t worry, Sally” said Gepetto. “You`ll find someone, I promise”

“I know” said  Muffins. “And I`ve already found her”

Strawberry smiled to herself.