Beneath the Surface

Hazel sat down next to Tristan and picked up one of the plush balls. She measured the required length and explained with a smile, "A very close female friend of mine is getting married. I plan to make a plush bouquet for her with pearls and velvet thread."

"Oh, didn't know you have such skills!" Tristan raised his eyebrows.

Hazel smiled. "Have you heard of a saying?"

"What saying?"

"Children from