"Hurry up and drink the soup, honey. It won't taste as good when it's cold," Jessica urged.I looked at her affectionately and said, "Don't worry, babe. I'll drink every last drop."With that, I picked up the thermal flask and brought it to my lips, with Jessica and Stanley eagerly watching me.Just as I was about to take a mouthful, however, I pulled the flask back a bit. As if remembering something, I said to Stanley, "Oh, captain. I almost forgot to tell you that Chief Higgins was looking for you. I think he wants to introduce a potential girlfriend to you. You should go see him."Jessica's eyes immediately flashed with displeasure. With feigned curiosity, she asked, "A potential girlfriend? What's she like? I'll come with you to see who it is, Stan."Then, she turned to me and added, "Don't forget to drink the soup, honey."Nodding, I smiled faintly as I watched them leave. Once they were out of sight, I swiftly poured some of the soup into a resealable bag I'd prepared in ad
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