at first , it was difficult for me to remember which red top she was talking about since this was far from the first time she bought me something red . but in his strange way he seemed a steady and dedicated officer , and friendly enough . as i got closer , i paused in my track , mesmerized by this person . `` but it 's probably good that i slept now , so i do n't do it during the ceremony tomorrow . '' if-if she ever chose a mate , it would be one of her choosing . 