Sabrina had ushered Dot down into the servant's quarters - something Dot would normally scoff at - and fixed them up drinks and cut her a hefty slice. Once Sabrina had sorted out Dorothy's story, the rumors that ran her out of America to Birmingham of all places, they relaxed more. Dorothy was just as desperate for an explanation as to why Sabrina did not return with Henry and was now pregnant.
Dottie was surprised to hear Sabrina's true story. She had never known much more than the superficial copy that she sent out to everyone, she was a sweet girl from Birmingham who traveled to America and happened to fall in love. Yet there Dot was, learning how much was hidden. Sabrina explained how she had grown up in squalor and fell young in love with her neighbor, how that love was unbothered by Henry's presence and took control.
