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One afternoon, Circe Berman wanders onto Karabekian's private beach.

When he reaches out to greet her, she catches him by surprise with the forward statement " Tell me how your parents died.

" He tells her the story and proceeds to invite her back to his home for a drink.

After a drink and supper, Karabekian invites her to stay with him, as Paul Slazinger does.

After a time, he begins to find her charm " manipulative ", as she typically gets her way.

Mrs. Berman does not respect his abstract art collection, including works by Jackson Pollock.

She explores every inch of Karabekian's home, constantly asking him questions.

The only place that is off-limits to her is the potato barn.