Branded a Jinx

Carmen smiled as Valerie tilted her head and said, "I told you that you look good when you smile. You should smile more often."

Carmen remained silent, focusing on washing the fruits, while Valerie ignored her.

They busied themselves in the kitchen, preparing fruit juice before bringing it to the coffee table, each with a glass in hand.

On that autumn evening, a slight chill lingered as they snugg