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Wow! OK, here goes.

1. They probably did change clothes, or pick up some outfits, or (last resort?) did their laundry. They also did a little work here and there, and earned enough to buy some fresh clothes.

2. The Bentley was “hotter” than any pool truck could be. Plus a repainted old truck could be any one of a million vehicles, but a Bentley is something very special, and is sure to attract attention. And anyway, the old girl was looking for them in it.

3. & 4. Have mercy for poor Hector. He thought he might be the only survivor. And if the others survived, he thought they had abandoned him. He was just trying to survive — not in a nice way, but still …

I’m glad you like Amber. You’re probably like her, adventurous and creative. My personal favorite is Malik, because I find he turned out very human.                                                                                     —–GK—–