Some people whispered that Elizabeth was just using Calvin, the genius scientist, but no one asked them directly. Their answer would have been simple: "We love each other." After they made love, they always talked, often staying up until morning, discussing work, books, politics, and allergies. But one day, Calvin realized they had never talked about their families, so he casually asked her what she was doing for Thanksgiving. Both their family lives were difficult. Calvin had lost his whole family in an accident and had always been lonely, while Elizabeth grew up with a cult-like father and saw her family fall apart or end up in terrible situations. They had both been lonely as children. It felt like they were meant to be together. Calvin wanted to talk more, but Elizabeth seemed not to want to share more.