Sophie liked her brother Geoff more than any other person because she trusted him. Her brother Geoff was always the first to share her secrets with. He listened to Sophie's fantasies and her long cherished dreams patiently. Little Derek made fun of her, so she did not share her secrets with him. From Sophie's perspective, Geoff was a symbol of sympathy, guidance, and a store of knowledge for her. Sophie wished that some day he might take her with him to show her unknown and unseen places and people. She dreamt that she was riding there behind Geoff. He wore new shining black leathers and she, a yellow dress with a kind of cape that flew out behind. There was the sound of applause as the world rose to greet them.