“Contrary to what you think, not all preternatural beings hang out at the local Supernatural Pub looking for humans and dates.”

“A good local pub has much in common with a church, except that a pub is warmer, and there's more conversation. ”

“The human mind delights in grand conceptions of supernatural beings.”

“Was it possible? Could he be supernatural? Did supernatural beings sit meditating within two feet of humans on the beach?”

“It was in this pub he'd learnt that, contrary to the belief of the majority of those laying bets, it is possible to flatten a hundred frogs with a hammer in less than thirty seconds. In short, it was a pub with a reputation. And very slimy walls.”

“Cabel smiles and hangs up. "Guess what."What," Janie says.We can go out on our first date."Woo hoo!"And guess what else- You're buying."Me? Why?"Because you lost the bet."Janie thinks for a moment. Punches Cabel in the arm. "You did not fail five quizzes or tests!"I did. I have proof.”