Drawing by Brooke

Roger, Thelma, Harriet, James, and Jane couldn't believe their eyes. They all flew around Alexander.

"Oh, Alexander," said Jane. "I love you."

"I love you, too, Jane," said Alexander.

"Jane, will you be my wife?" asked Alexander.

"Yes, Alexander!" said Jane.

The catwings were all very happy.

Copyright © 2003 by Ursula K. Le Guin