Valla smiled appreciatively at Tommy when he said he believed her, putting her instantly at ease. Maybe it was this positive frame of mind that made her consider his suggestion more favorably. Valla paused, as she realized also that to go swimming meant getting naked. She fought back a blush.<br/><br/>"Okay, that would be nice," she said, looking out over the water. "Um, maybe you can turn your back or something. I have to ...," she said, fingering the left shoulder of her dress indicating that it had to come off.