[She nods, and then takes a moment. First, there's a large inhale, closing her eyes to calm herself. She can do this. Then a smile spreads out over her face, as natural as she can make it. There's hardly a noticeable difference from her normal, everyday grin. She walks forward and opens the door. When the children who are inside (some are playing in the streets, no doubt), look over and see her, only one or two show some sign of recognition. It's been a while since she's visited, and she'd never gone as often as she wanted. They move towards her, and she bends to their level with a grin.]
How are you doing? I brought you a surprise!
[She pulls the bar of chocolate out from behind her back, cherishing the looks of wonder on their faces as they look at it.]
But you have to share it with the other kids when they come in, okay?
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How are you doing? I brought you a surprise!
[She pulls the bar of chocolate out from behind her back, cherishing the looks of wonder on their faces as they look at it.]
But you have to share it with the other kids when they come in, okay?