Elise and Rachel were laughing to each other about some gossip they had heard around town.  The two somewhat older women were good friends and often spent time together.  Their laughter died down a bit as they continued their conversations.  Rachel’s stomach growled loudly.  “Oh, Elise, sorry to be a bother, but do you have anything to eat?  I’m quite hungry.”“Oh, I’m sure we can find something around here.” Elise replied, setting down her tea.Two pairs of footsteps could be heard