Early the next morning, Grace was up earlier than ever, heading out to shop. The store clerks were still half-asleep when she walked in, but seeing who it was jolted them wide awake.
She said she needed swimwear, and within minutes they’d pulled together over ten options in her size, complete with sun hats, sunglasses, scarves. Grace was in such a good mood, she even bought the towels and accessories they brought over. In just under thirty minutes, she walked out with four full shopping bags.
Living in the city center really did have its perks.
Grace was feeling smug as she returned home. Just as she got out of the car, she suddenly remembered the cufflinks and tie clip she’d bought yesterday were still sitting in the wardrobe. She headed inside—and immediately stopped in her tracks.
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