Once there was a man named Al. Al was happy in many ways. However, he soon took to cards for a bit of thrill in his life. He never cheated, despite his opponents doing so. Al decided he was happy. In time, Al began to grow tired of playing with cheaters. He began to go to the pub every night, until he found the love of his life, Allie, who was from Love, Mississippi. He came home with her, and was happy. Soon, Al began to wonder why Allie always left him alone at night, and one night he decided to follow her. When he saw a young man greet her, Al knew his relationship was over. He left a small note to Allie explaining this, and left without a fight. Al is fair in Love and War.