Francisco's lips curled into a small smile, and he began to tap his fingers lightly on the table. His eyes fixed on Hazel, he remarked, "You look beautiful in blue."

Hazel, in contrast, swallowed her food and pressed her lips together. It was evident she was growing weary of Francisco's conversation, and her primary desire was to leave the situation.

"Thank you, sir, but I don't like blue," she replied, her tone indicating a lack of enthusiasm.

"Why?"

Francisco ...