"I haven't had lunch. Find something else to eat," Neera said.
Penelope laughed. "If you think you can have everything to yourself, think again."
When Penelope reached for the bag of candies, Neera moved it from her reach. She gave Pen a long, hard stare.
"I said," Neera enunciated. "Find something else to eat."
Penelope was stunned. She sat in silence, neither of them saying a word. There was something really strange going on, and she didn't understand what was happening to her friend.
"I will be back", Penelope said, standing to her feet. Neera did not acknowledge her exit, and when Penelope came out of the room, she saw the King and the Commander talking in low tones outside the door. The words she will be fine floated to her, and Penelope caught it.
"What is wrong with my friend?" Penelope asked.
"What did she do?" The King asked.
