Stubborn As An Ox
Malcolm had a flash of inspiration. Instead of directly persuading Laura, he decided to appeal to her empathy. He knelt beside her and began to describe his excitement for the trip, emphasizing how important a relaxing journey was to him. He shared personal stories in the hopes of touching her heart by opening up.

Stubborn As An Ox
Hello Down There
Laura was perplexed as she looked at him. “What are you attempting to accomplish?”” Malcolm looked at her with a straight face, “My legs are tired from standing in the same position for so long,” he said dryly. Laura turned around and scoffed at him. She would not move. What could Malcolm do to get this obstinate passenger to recognize him?

Hello Down There