Rage Diminished

So today I was feeling a bit more mellow. I think that was a good thing. I didn't bite anybody's head off in Ideas, and LS-250 was relatively normal. However, one amusing anecdote did occur: So I went over to this girl's house. She and I are in relational limbo right now. Probably will be for some time. At any rate, in an attempt to show affection, I decided to get her a book. After all, flowers wilt, but books can last centuries. I ended up getting her Umberto Eco's Name of the Rose. A good book, to say the least. I showed up at her door with the book behind my back, and rung the doorbell. After being let in, I immediately turned to her and said, "I have to ask you a question." Immediately, a look of fear came over her face. I had alluded to a surprise in earlier conversation, and she was worried that it would be some major commitment type thing. However, she replied "sure." "Will you..." pause for effect "...read this book and tell me what you think." Priceless, I say. It was a perfect let-down. Let's just say that I play the role of the trickster quite well.