Steven was at the store, looking at a wonderous array of wholesome foods and candy. He looked at the candy, and picked out two chocolates.
After purchasing from the register, he jogged to Connie's home. He rung the bell.
She answered, and there she stood with her pretty smile, flushed face, short hair tied up in a bun.
She invited him inside. In he went. He sat on a blanket nearby the roasting fire, all the while breathing in a scent of hazelnut roasting. Soon enough, she joined him.
Sitting down. Plopped on the floor. Relaxed. He gave her a kind smile painted onto his scarlet face.
He then took two chocolates out of his pocket. Wrapped in gleaming. Big. Ready to eat at any moment. He handed Connie the best flavor.
She bit into it, her mouth bursting with flavor. Creamy chocolate, rich caramel, nuts. She savored it.
She gave him a grateful smile as if to say thank you.
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inspired by Oranges by Gary Soto
