"I'm sure we can work out a gift basket," I say, tossing her a slightly-awkward but slightly relieved smile in return. She's answering her door and trying for levity, I take these as pretty good signs. "You can never go wrong with muffins and chocolate. It's really not necessary, though."
I pause. "...although now I wish I'd brought muffins."
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I pause. "...although now I wish I'd brought muffins."