A Devastating Call

Watching Doris animatedly recount her earlier flustered state, a genuine smile finally appeared on Tess's face.

"Doris, I'd love to have some Duck à l'Orange. It smells wonderful."

This was the first time Tess had ever asked Doris to make something, and Doris was over the moon. She happily agreed and headed into the kitchen.

The smile on her face seemed sincere, and Tess felt a warm glow inside. F