When Ellen returned with their liqueur and sundries on a silver tray, Suzan rose to accept her drink in a delicate crystal aperitif glass.Besides the drinks, Ellen had added a plate of crackers with Brie cheese.

"Cheese and apples," she stated as she set the tray on the coffee table and then took the remaining glass in hand."They seem to go together quite nicely."She held up her glass in a toast."Well, here's to us and many more pleasant times ahead!Salud!"

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