Laura liked Michael all of a sudden. He seemed like a nice guy after going through such an event. It was comforting to know people can turn out. . friendly after having traumatic life experiences. She hoped his life was going well. At least he had role playing to fall back on. Maybe this crowd would be accepting, and in that, she felt a real smile conquer her lips. She was not smiling at the badness in their life but their nonjudgemental attitudes.