Mary was a little perturbed that he wouldn't shake, obviously her hunch was right. It could also be that he just didn't want to touch a midget, which she got a lot of in certain cities. She withdrew her well-manicured little hand and shrugged.

"So, you get to go on tonight? Must be nervous, I had at least a week to practice, but then we were on the road..." And dancing in a trailer was not the easiest thing. Singing, yes. Dancing, no.

"Guess you go on after me, don't worry, I'll soften 'em up."