Mistral
She bit her lips almost immediately, acutely aware of the deep shame that was washing across her cheeks ~ Thank goodness it's dark now... how could I be so... so superficial?! ~ Her right hand gripped the handbag strap subconsciously.
"A g... good Christmas Eve to you, ma'am." ~ The words managed to tumble out after all, along with a somewhat strained smile.
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