Two strangers, a man and a woman, find themselves assigned to the same sleeping room on a transcontinental train.
Though initially embarrassed and uneasy over sharing a room, they are tired and fall asleep quickly in the upper bunk and she in the lower.
At 1 a.m., the man leans over and gently wakes the woman and says, “Ma’am, I’m sorry to bother you, but would you be willing to reach into the closet to get me a second blanket? I’m awfully cold.”
“I have a better idea,” the woman replies. “Just for tonight, let’s pretend we’re married.” “Wow! That’s a fantastic idea!” he exclaims, with a huge smile on his face. “Good,” she replies. “Now, get your own damn blanket!
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