A VISIT TO THE HOSPITAL

"I'll take these,” Nicholas flashed a smile at the florist who blushed at the sight.

“Don't mind if I ask but are the flowers for your girlfriend?” The florist who seemed to be a new employee at the shop question sheepishly.

“You seem to be quite interested in my personal life,” he teased.

“No! T-that’s not it, I'm sorry if I'm being nosy. I just thought that maybe I could give you a better suggestion if it was for a lover,” she mumbled the last part, looking at the floor unable to maintain eye contact with him.

“It's alright,” he smiled amicably. “ I'm single.”

“Then why don't you get white roses? I know red is a little too common but white is perfect as it symbolizes eternal love and loyalty,” the florist suggested.

“I appreciate your suggestions but it would be so awkward to give my father white roses,” Nicholas ran his hand through his hair.

“I forgot to add that I'm visiting my dad not a girl,” he added to make sure everything was clear.

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