A Gift from a little Heiress
A wooden tray of freshly brewed tea is in his office, along with a rather simple meal that those without culinary experience can master. A note in neat handwriting is placed alongside it.
I hope this is sufficient for you, as a token of gratitude for everything you have done for me, all these years. I made one of your favorites, although I bet yours does, and always will, taste better. I learned a phrase from a friend the other day, and I'll use it to finish this letter.
It had been a long day, much like any other he supposed, but seemed longer than most. Â His fingers practically dug grooves into the desk as he set things down over it. Â That is, until he noticed the tea, head tilting curiously. Â As he picked up the note, a smile spread over his face, fond and kind as could be.
It obviously hadn't been long, if the steam was anything to go by. Â He still set about setting aside the things he'd had to use. Â Unfortunately for him, their lack of experienced trash men had called him to a job. Â Not too difficult, of course, but the soldiers had gotten in his way.
As he took a sip, he considered how to thank Integra for this. Â "Ah. Â Just a slight bit too sweet. Â Perfect for today then." Â Yes, now he had to go seek her out and invite her to a snack with him or something. Â Yes, that could work. Â Some cakes. Â And so, he set off to find her after settling the tea onto a hot plate.