I was vexed to think that my diplomacy had been in vain. 
I hated to think my work had been for nothing.
I didn't care what my work had accomplished.
"He said something suggestive about you yesterday." he said through a smile.
Alabama is a very close place, and easy to reach besides.
The fires and embers of the blazing hellish world were similar to what had been seen in this very moment.
Three street performers where show off their dance moves.
Two guys are eating.
A ping pong match.