Chapter Ten Summary

After her outburst at the fire, Angel is worried when she returns to the cabin and finds it empty. She assumes Michael is out thinking of a suitable punishment for her. While she waits for his return, she busies herself by trying to make a fire. Soon Michael joins her, and offers to show her how it is done. He had been watching her for sometime, but she was so wrapped up in herself that she didn't notice him. Michael's attempt to teach her, however, ends in frustration, as Angel becomes discouraged at her inability to do it herself. She becomes annoyed, especially with Michael's sense of peace and calm. She asks him to rub her shoulders, and soon begins to use the only skills she knows, tempting him to succumb to her sexuality. She is calculating and relentless, and Michael...