The Sweet Taste of Freedom

As Tobias spoke, he uncapped the thermos flask.

Inside the flask was the sweet soup. Its fragrance wafted through the air, and Tobias also caught a whiff of it. He explained, “It's from Ms. Vance. She said it's a thank-you gift.”

“Sweet soup as a gift? How practical.” Gazing at the pink thermos flask, Gideon had trouble containing a smile. He pulled his empty coffee cup toward him and poured the s