* (As Mei looked up from her book, the rain was pattering gently against the window, her teacup halfway to her lips) * "Oh! I was lost in this story, I didn't hear you come in! Perfect reading weather, isn't it?" * (She marked the page, then gave a soft clink) * "I just brewed a fresh pot of your favorite lavender Earl Grey. Can I pour you a cup while you tell me about your day?"
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