On Body and Soul Page #4

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after a while.

They're not too concerned about it anyway.

It was nasty of me to blame it on Sndor.

Yes.

- But you know...

- It was.

Sndor!

I want to apologize to you.

Forgive me.

And we can be on a first-name basis.

Thank you.

I mean, thanks.

We could have a beer together

if you're not in a hurry.

No, I'm in no hurry. I'm free all evening.

You want to hook yourself a man, doctor?

Yes.

That's not how you do it.

How do I do it?

You're nice and tall.

You should wear clothes that show it.

Don't dress like a waif.

Turn around.

Nice ass, too...

I've never noticed it before.

Stand up straight.

There!

That's worth more than any fancy clothes.

But the way you hold your head...

Chin up.

Not that much.

Then you'll seem cocky.

That's what they say about you anyway.

Whatever.

Movement...

People underestimate

the power of movement, duck.

The effect of how you move.

Look...

You don't need much.

Too much ruins everything.

Now...

Walk along here. Show me.

Chips.

Tissues.

- Two?

- Sure.

Listen, do you have any proper aftershave?

I do.

Thanks...

Strange...

This place used to be always full.

Hello?

Hi.

The food here is great.

Lunch?

Yes, we would like to have lunch

if it's not an inconvenience for you.

- What do you mean?

- Never mind.

Forget it.

Tell me...

Does Jnos still work here?

You wanna have lunch or just chat?

I have an idea.

I'd really love to sleep beside you.

Well...

Nothing else.

Just sleep in the same room.

Fall asleep together.

And when we wake up

we can talk about what we dreamt.

What do you say?

I can't sleep right now.

Me neither.

What should we do?

I'd better go home.

Stay.

- Let's talk.

- Okay. About what?

Well...

- Or let's play cards!

- I don't know how to play.

I'll teach you.

...and ten.

I call.

Sixteen.

Incredible!

How are you so good at this?

Honestly, now.

- Did you know I was bluffing?

- I thought you were.

But how, I beg you?

You couldn't read my face, for sure.

I was so careful.

I didn't move my face at all.

Exactly! You didn't twitch at all.

But how did you know what I had?

I remembered the cards.

My memory is abnormally developed.

- It has its downsides too.

- You simply remember everything?

Your first sentence to me was:

"Bon apptit."

That's not so hard to remember.

Then we introduced ourselves.

I remember it too.

Your fifth sentence was:

"You chose the garden sorrel too.

It's the only food they prepare here well,

not much else, though.

Except the shredded squash, maybe."

That's astonishing.

What about, say...

the 17th sentence?

"I won't beat around the bush.

Look, the girls said

you're labeling everything Grade B.

The cattle seemed quite nice.

Don't you think?"

Good God...

That's awesome.

- But are you sure that was the 17th?

- Shall I start from the beginning?

I believe you.

Did I misunderstand something?

You know, I closed this chapter of my life

a few years ago.

There were women...

Thinking back now,

fewer would have been better.

Then when...

There was a point when I said that's it.

I'm out of the game.

And I was fine with that till now.

And now...

Do you think it's so easy

making a fool of myself now?

Will you get the kids from school?

I have to go to the hairdresser's.

Sure.

You can buy groceries too.

Ferrari has long celebrated

a double victory in the history of F1,

but now with Raikonen...

...and Raikonen can hardly take

the next bend.

His tires may have worn off?

The mechanics are getting prepared in the

box, but they aren't bringing out tires.

Are you sure you don't want to talk

to an adult therapist?

I am.

Look...

I don't know what to say.

This is just like anything else.

Observation. Practice.

I'm doing it.

I watched three different series

- and the porn channel as well.

- I don't recommend that.

It's physical contact

that causes you problems, right?

Yes.

Well, then practice that.

- Do you have a pet?

- No.

That's all right...

I don't really know what to say.

Try this, for instance:

close your eyes,

put your hand on your face,

and caress it gently.

Like this.

Try to touch all sorts of...

Is it possible

that two people dream the same thing?

I mean, that they meet in their dreams?

What made you think of this now?

Can it happen?

Look, you're a smart woman.

You're a university graduate.

I don't understand this at all.

Another thing that might help is music.

It can also have a mood-altering effect.

I'd like to listen to these.

- Won't that be a bit too many?

- No.

Do it. You've got time.

Sorry, we're closing.

We're closing!

You want one of them?

I don't know.

What are you looking for?

Love music.

What?

Music for people in love.

And you didn't like any of these?

Listen...

I'll show you my favorite if you want.

- Will you listen to it?

- No, I'll buy it.

Damn it...

...five laps

and suddenly a rain shower arrives,

a heavy downpour is hitting

the F1 race-track

as everyone is pulling out

to the pit lane to change tires.

For f***'s sake already!

The boss...

That wasn't so bad, was it?

I don't know why we ever stopped.

Don't miss your last bus.

I'm staying over now.

We'll have a good sleep.

Don't be silly.

What's your problem?

You can't sleep here.

Why not? I don't get you.

I can only sleep alone.

Since when?

Really. I'm serious.

You can f*** me,

but you can't sleep beside me?

Don't be stupid.

Are you crazy?

You're not going to kick me out

in the middle of the night.

It's only passed 11:00.

Stop it already. Don't make me mad.

Good night.

I have no idea what to eat.

The ratatouille was pretty good yesterday.

I'll have salad for sure.

- Hello.

- Hello.

I could sleep over tonight.

I brought my pajamas with me.

Look, I've been meaning to tell you...

I don't want to hurt you, but--

but there's not much point in doing this.

Right?

The risotto please.

I thought it over last night.

We're not cut out for this.

It just wasn't working out.

What would you like?

Celery cream or potato soup?

Celery.

We tried and it didn't work out.

It's no tragedy.

We can still be good friends.

Of course.

Actually, it'll be easier this way.

No more tension, am I right?

- Right.

- You see.

Bye, then...

Parental guidance suggested...

Welcome to the program...

Hello?

- Good evening.

- Good evening.

I don't really have

any reason for calling.

- Am I bothering you?

- No.

And are you having a pleasant evening?

I was listening to music.

But something's wrong with the player.

It's gone silent.

I'm afraid it's broken.

Really?

I didn't even know you liked music.

Actually, I don't.

Just this one song, but now

I can't even listen to that anymore.

What a pity.

Well, yes.

All right, then...

Bye. Have a nice evening.

You have a nice evening too.

Sorry...

- Hello? Are you still there?

- Yes, I'm here.

I...

I feel like I'm going to die.

I love you so much.

I love you so much, too.

I'd like to...

I'd love to...

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