Perhaps it was my intense gaze that seemed to be spitting out magma, but Andrea’s red face had turned a shade darker, turning from fresh apple to scarlet ruby. “Don’t drink that fast, James,” she said bashfully. “Quick, have some food to go with the drink.”
I picked up some food with my cutlery. Although the food was one of those regular family dishes, Andrea’s culinary skills were simply exceptional. I held nothing back at all, giving her my fullest and most sincere praise, “The vegetables you made smell so delicious. They’re just as fragrant as the scent on your body.”
“You’re saying all sorts of nonsense again, you hooligan.” Despite the verbal scolding, Andrea’s orbs revealed a pleased and joyful emotion.
It was obvious that my compliment was pleasing and well-received.
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