storm where things really start to get stormy in the love affair. The two then start making out yahda, yahda, yahda. The thunder is now distant and passing away. The storm outside turns into a soft, lighter rain, being symbolic that the storm is ending. The rain is now over and the sun comes out and the brief love affair is over and Alcee rides off. Bobinot and Bibi walk through the mud left behind by the storm as they return home. They all sit down as a family and eat dinner as if nothing ever happened. For Calixta the story ends with her renewal of her marital commitment. She is now aware of her natural and passionate nature. The storm in a sense was a cleansing of the soul for Calixta. ...
