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I ask Marcellus

“That’s exactly what he’s saying Well done”

“We’ve come to pick up our order, Monroe,” Marcellus says

“I’ll get it froet for you, Lady?”

“You’re too kind, Monroe I’ll take whatever you think will suit me best”

I feel eyes focus on me

“Hmm, do you prefer sweet or savory?”

“Sweet I’m a fan of floral and fruity flavors, as well as savory and sweet, like rich chocolates”

Monroe nods “I will add a special sample for you”

“Tell me I didn’t just screw that up”

“You did well Saying no would’ve been an insult No one is sure how to treat you, so their default will be to treat you as they would a vampire in your position”

“Noted”

I feel the urge to tap e to obey the randohten my mental barriers

“Round one, point, Lou”

Monroe returns with a large paper bag with handles, and we leave to continue on our shopping journey I see Sangria through new eyes Those who belong to an insider I wince as my head throbs in protest