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She had come to him that night. It was raining out. The drops pinging of the cars parked outside with a ferocity that hadn't been seen in years. As he opened the door the first thing he noticed was how dark it was. Even though it was midday the storm clouds had blocked the light creating a feeling of never ending darkness. The second thing he noticed was the smell of magnolias that wafted towards his apartment from outside his neighbor's door. The third thing he noticed was her. Soaking wet she stood there gazing at him. Waiting for him.

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The heat from the tea he had made for her seeped into her hands slowly. The steam curled up into her face creating patterns as it followed the air currents. The drink was a fusion of green and white tealeaves, placing in hot water and seeped for exactly two minutes. The color was a light yellow that reminded her of buttercups and spring. The tea had to natural chemicals in it that made you look younger and feel healthier. Taking a sip she closed her eyes enjoying the taste of the liquid as it slid down her throat.